Q: I read your column on draining a water heater and it worked great. However, as I went to turn off the plastic drain faucet, it continued to drip. Is there a washer or something I can replace, or ...

Find out what could be behind your latest water heater malfunction.

When a temperature and pressure (T&P) relief valve at a water heater leaks, it's usually a simple fix; just replace the valve. These valves cost less than $15, and replacing the valve is a very basic ...

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If you don't take care of them, water heaters can become a bit of a nuisance, taking a little too long to heat up water. What ...

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