Water heater repair checklist when you have no hot water
No hot water from your tank-style heater? Follow this safe, step-by-step checklist for gas and electric units and know when to call a professional plumber.
January 18, 2026
Water Heater Repair
Browse practical plumbing guides, maintenance checklists, and repair tips to protect your home and choose trusted pros with confidence.
Browse practical plumbing guides, maintenance checklists, and repair tips to protect your home and choose trusted pros with confidence.
Articles in Water Heater Repair
Typical water heater repair costs homeowners should expect
See what U.S. homeowners typically pay to repair water heater thermostats, elements, valves, and leaks-and which factors push your bill up or down.
January 18, 2026
Should you repair or replace your old water heater
Not sure whether to repair or replace your old water heater? Use age, repair history, efficiency and cost to make a smart call with your plumber.
January 18, 2026
How often to flush and descale a tankless water heater
Wondering how often to flush and descale your tankless water heater? See hard-water vs soft-water schedules, what plumbers actually do, and simple DIY checks.
January 18, 2026
Decoding common tankless water heater error codes
Learn what those tankless water heater error codes actually mean, which fixes are simple maintenance, and when to shut it off and call a licensed pro.
January 18, 2026