Have your showers gotten shorter because of a lack of hot water? The average lifespan of a traditional tank-style natural gas water heater or electric water heater is eight to 12 years, which makes ...

Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? On average, a water heater lasts 8 to 12 years. Maybe even more than that if you've ...

Homeowners wondering who to call for home repairs often find that a handyman can tackle many of the projects on their to-do list. Handymen usually have a wide variety of skills ranging from carpentry ...

If you’re looking to replace an aging (or failed) water heater, particularly a standard gas or electric one, you’re in luck. Chances are good that any newer model will be more energy-efficient than ...

Aside from regular maintenance, you must also remember to avoid these mistakes, to ensure that you'll enjoy years of reliable ...