In December, I became the proud parent of a new heat pump water heater. Contractors showed up at my house and plugged it in. Presto, my gas bill fell by about 75 percent. A little free air ...

Bay Area air regulators will require people to replace broken water heaters with heat pump models starting next year. We ...

Water that doesn't get hot, is rust-colored, or smells is often a sign that you need to replace your water heater -- and fast. But in some cases, your water heater may stop working properly, such as ...

Heat pump water heaters have been around for decades, but they’re becoming more popular as a go-to for their energy efficiency. More households are opting for heat pump water heaters than ever before, ...

"After months of use, I can confirm [upgrading] was an awesome move." ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...

A water heater is one of those home appliances that you don't think about until it stops working. However, a water heater can be a major energy eater, whether you're buying one for a new home or ...

There is a surprising amount of water heater inertia in our area — we are clinging to old-style heaters. I’ve been scratching my head about it. Mid-peninsula residents have been quick to adopt all ...

A 2024 study by the air district found that it costs $3,575 on average to install a standard natural gas tank water heater in a single-family Bay Area home. The average electric heat pump water heater ...

Alpha Plumbing, Heating & Cooling has expanded its water filtration system services to help homeowners in the Twin Cities ...