5 Common Water Heater Noises & What They Mean

A concerned woman sitting on a couch and cupping her ear due to a loud noise.

There are some sounds that immediately grab our attention, and not in a good way — like the clanking of a car engine, a chirping smoke alarm, or a strange hissing in your house. These sounds are concerning because they usually indicate that something’s going wrong. The same applies to your water heater. If you’ve […]

Do Hot Water Heaters Need to Be Flushed? Why?

A water heater tank and drain valve.

As a homeowner, it’s safe to say you juggle many responsibilities at once. Unfortunately, it’s only natural that some chores will fall to the wayside — such as flushing your water heater. Unfortunately, overlooking this vital maintenance task can have negative consequences. So, why do hot water heaters need to be flushed? We’ll go over […]