A GE tank-style water heater inside a home.
August 11

How Long Do Tank-Style Water Heaters Last?

Are you in the market for a new tank-style water heater but are unsure how long it will last? Or do you already have a… Read More

A Monkey Wrench next to a tank-style water heater going over their notes.
August 8

How to Relight a Water Heater?

Having hot water is great, but what happens when it suddenly disappears? There are several reasons why your water heater is no longer giving you… Read More

A Noritz tankless water heater with a expansion tank to the right and a flowtech device in the top right corner.
August 5

How to Install an Expansion Tank?

Having an expansion tank installed in your home for your water heater is part of the Los Angeles city code. But do you know what… Read More

A tank-style water heater installed inside an utility closet in a home.
August 5

What Is a Tank-Style Water Heater?

Do you know your water heater? The big cylinder that’s usually in your garage or closet in your home? Most people have a tank water… Read More

A Monkey Wrench technician at a Home Depot store.
July 11

Should I Buy a Tankless Water Heater from Home Depot?

Should I Buy a Tankless Water Heater from Home Depot? Tankless water heaters are everywhere now! But buying a tankless can be overwhelming as there… Read More

A tankless water heater expansion tank.
April 29

What Is an Expansion Tank?

 Are you interested in purchasing an expansion tank and not sure whether or not to take the plunge? Or do you already have one… Read More

A Monkey Wrench technician inspecting a part pulled from a Rinnai tankless water heater.
April 22

What is a Recirculation Pump?

There are many components that contribute to getting the most out of your tankless or conventional water heater, including a recirculation pump. Now, if you’re… Read More

A Monkey Wrench installed conventional water heater.
April 18

Differences Between Tankless and Conventional Water Heaters

  Are you a first time shopper for water heaters and don’t know where to begin? Or are you in the market for a new… Read More

The bottom portion of a 40 gallon conventional water heater.
November 6

6 Steps To Drain A Traditional Water Heater

Did you know you should drain and clean your traditional water heater every year? If you don’t, you could be drinking milky water. What’s milky… Read More