If you are a homeowner looking to lower your electric bill and reduce your environmental footprint, it might be time to upgrade to a heat pump water heater. Also known as a heat pump water heater, this innovative technology combines the energy efficiency of a heat pump with the trusty performance of a regular water heater. You’ll get the same hot water heater you’ve always had with significant energy savings to boot. What is a Heat Pump Water Heater and How Does It Work? A heat pump water heater, as the name suggests, is a water heating system that combines two different technologies to work ..read more

Are you losing sleep over the strange symphony coming from your noisy water heater? From hissing and popping to knocking and clicking, a noisy water heater can be more than just a nuisance. It could be a sign that your water heater needs some maintenance or repair. This guide will help you understand what is causing all the water heater noise and how to quiet it down safely and effectively. Understanding the Racket: Common Causes of Water Heater Noise Even a well-functioning water heater will make some noise while heating your water. However, frequent loud or unusual noises can be signs that ..read more

Buying a new water heater is necessary if your old one is wearing out or you want to upgrade to a more efficient one. However, it can be challenging to estimate the total cost of replacing a water heater — so many different types of equipment are available. Use this guide to estimate how much repairing or replacing your water heater may cost. When you purchase a new water heater, you’ll need to cover the cost of equipment, installation and additional fees. Learn more about how much it costs to replace a water heater. Water Heater Repair Cost In some cases, it may be more cost-effective to ..read more

Being unaware of a little problem almost always means it’s going to become a big problem. At the very least, it’ll become a medium-size problem. Regardless, the issue gets bigger than it had to. Bigger problems take more time and energy to solve. No one has extra time or energy for something so unpleasant. A water heater leak is one of those little problems that’s hard to stop from becoming a bigger issue. Unless you’re relentlessly diligent about checking your water heater, a leak will cause some damage. Dangers of a water heater leak Not catching a water heater leak early can lead to severa ..read more

The Feds will decrease your tax bill for reducing your energy use Ya’ll have heard me talk about all kinds of financial incentives for upgrading to a heat pump water heater for a long time now. We will even fill out all the rebate paperwork for you if you have us install your new heat pump water heater. But there’s one big incentive that we can’t do for you: a federal tax credit. So how can you get a federal income tax credit for buying a heat pump water heater? We’re going to give you a basic overview here, but we are NOT tax professionals. We are plumbing and water heater experts. If you hav ..read more

Cash in on CA’s biggest heat pump water heater incentive Great news! Another financial incentive program has been created specifically for homeowners to upgrade to a heat pump water heater. Upgrading to a heat pump or hybrid water heater will reduce stress on the state’s electric grid and save you money on utility bills. Heat pump water heaters are a win-win for both your wallet and Mother Earth. The State is on a mission to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels (natural gas) and greenhouse gas emissions. And it’s putting its money where its mouth is. TECH Clean California’s heat pump water hea ..read more

As a homeowner, you expect your water heater to do its job every day. But it’s critical to recognize the signs of a faulty water heater so you can repair or replace it before you run out of hot water unexpectedly. In this blog post, the experts at Barnett Plumbing & Water Heaters discuss six signs that your water heater is dying. Warning Signs That Could Lead to Water Heater Failure 1. Insufficient Hot Water Is your family tired of running out of hot water for morning showers? Then you may want to invest in a larger unit. Consider a 50-gallon capacity water heater if you have at least th ..read more

Which system will keep you in hot water? Hot water is an essential part of our everyday lives. You know it. I know it. And it’s probably why you’re here. Hot water keeps us, our home, and our things clean and hydrated. It also keeps us sane. Just imagine the last time you were forced to take a cold shower. Or opening the dishwasher to find food still stuck to your dishes. Investing in the right water heating system is a significant decision. When it’s time to select your home’s next water heating system, you’ll need all the facts to make the best decision for your family. So I’m going to break ..read more

Lower gas bill. Same hot shower.  Post sticker shock: Ways to use less natural gas and save on energy costs.  Was I the only guy who thought “Houston, we have a problem?” after opening my recent gas bill?! I knew the cost of wholesale natural gas was going up, but I was still not prepared for the $$$ I owed. But hey, at least we don’t live in Southern California! Their January natural gas costs have increased 240% over last year, while ours in the Tri-Valley area has increased “only” 25–30%, according to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics. So how can we save money while still enjoyin ..read more

A minor upgrade can make a huge difference There are some things you never think about until you are forced to: Where is your certified birth certificate? What’s your emergency contact’s phone number? What’s your blood type? How do you jump-start a car? Where is the water shut off to your house? I’ll be honest. I could probably walk you through how to jump-start your car. But I’ll leave that to an expert in car repair. I can help you with where your water shut-off valve is, what it does, and why it’s essential to ensure it’s in good working order. Gate Valve What is a water shut-off valve? A ..read more