Q: During a home inspection, the inspector discovered that my water heater needed a new vent connected to the ceiling. He said it is an easy and inexpensive repair. Just how easy and inexpensive is it ...

Dear Franny The Shopaholic: When winter was almost over last year I purchased a new Duluth Forge vent-free heater to replace the old one that died. I ordered the new one for $749. A plumber hooked it ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? On average, a water heater lasts 8 to 12 years. Maybe even more than that if you've ...