PVC can definitely get brittle, but I've seen polyethylene tubing get chewed through by rodents pretty easily—especially squirrels. Had one homeowner ...

Replacing is usually the safer bet, but honestly, I've seen some heaters with surface rust that still had plenty of life left inside. External rust do...

DIY can be great if you're handy, but I've seen plenty of reclaimed wood setups that didn't hold up well over time—even sealed properly, humidity and ...

Tankless units are solid, but they're not always the best fit. I've seen cases where older buildings needed pricey electrical or gas line upgrades to ...