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How Does An Electric Water Heater Work

Find out how electric water heaters work and what each component is designed for. Whether you live in a small or large house, apartment, or cottage, electric water heating ensures reliable hot water delivery anytime and almost anywhere.

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Home Water Softeners | Buying Guide | Review | What to Look For

Why should you consider installing a water softener in a water heating system? Use this article to find out how to buy a water softener, about available types, sizing tips, and popular models.

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Common Water Leaks in Homes - Symptoms, Causes and What to Do

Common water leaks in homes and what to do about it. Can you prevent leaks from happening? What to do when you find a leak? What is a serious flood? When should you call a plumber?

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Federal Tax Credit Extended until December 31, 2021

Federal Tax Credits on residential high efficient water heaters have been extended until December 31, 2021. That includes qualified tankless water heaters and boilers from Rinnai, Takagi, Rheem, Noritz, and others.

Homeowners can qualify for a $300 US federal tax credit if they upgrade an existing low efficient water heater to tankless.

If you buy a tankless with the Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) of at least 0.82, you are good to go.Also, homeowners may qualify for a $150 US federal tax credit if they choose to install Rinnai Condensing M-Series or I-Series Boiler.

ENERGY STAR certified products use approximately 30% less energy than those that are not.

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5 Reasons a Water Heater Doesn't Make Enough Hot Water

Explore 5 reasons your water heater doesn't make enough hot water and what you can do about it. Check out these repair tips to fix the problem yourself.

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5 Signs Your Water Heater is Going Out and needs Replacement

Here we give you 5 signs that your water heater needs replacement. You will find answers to questions such as - how do you know a water heater is going bad and when should I replace it?

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How to Troubleshoot Rinnai Error Code 10 – Repair Tips

Rinnai error code 10 indicates that the air supply or exhaust system is blocked or has some restrictions, so that the normal air flow or flue gas extraction is disrupted.

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How to Fix Rinnai Error Code 12 - Troubleshooting Error Code 12

A guide to troubleshooting Rinnai error code 12 and flame failure issues. See the main causes of Rinnai error code 12, symptoms and repair tips.

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Sitemap - A list of webpages of a home-water-heater.com

Sitemap, a list of all the pages from home-water-heater.com website.

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3 Ways to Minimize Damages caused by your Electric Water Heater

Find out how to minimize damages caused by your electric water heater in these 3 easy steps. If you have basic knowledge, skills and tools you can easily reduce the risk of water damages, also save time, energy and money.

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Why Buying a Tankless Water Heater With a Recirculation Makes Sense

Are you looking to buy a water heater that is small, super efficient, eco-friendly and delivers hot water fast and on demand? Then, buy a tankless water heater with a recirculation pump.

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Why Installing a Hydronic Heating System is a Good Idea - Benefits

Hydronic heating systems are ideal for homeowners who want to replace an existing expensive heating system, is old and breaks too often, costing you too much for frequent repairs.

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7 Benefits of Installing an Electric Radiant Floor Heating System

Check out how electric radiant floor heating can provide superior comfort for your home, and how it can benefit you and your family.

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Should I Install a Mixing Valve in My Water Heating System?

Find out why should you install a mixing valve in your water heating system. How does it work and where to use it? Step by step instructions on how to do it. DIY installation tips.

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Why Hydronic Floor Heating is the Best Solution for Your Home

6 reasons why hydronic floor heating is the right choice for your home. What is radiant heating? Pros and cons. DIY installation and zoning tips. Common problems and solutions.

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