The overlap of boiler vs. water heater functionality in a home often leads to these two appliances being confused for one another. While steam or hot water boilers can be used to heat water for use ...

Save money and increase self-reliance with this DIY wood burning furnace. Building a homemade outdoor wood furnace can heat your home and hot water. Marcus Ashley’s solution to the skyrocketing cost ...

If you’ve ever been in the shower when the hot water runs out, you know first-hand how frustrating water heater issues can be. Of course, you need to eliminate the obvious causes, like being last in ...

In order to have hot water, you need a boiler. Boilers are notoriously expensive both to buy and repair, so be sure you're making the right investment. Always consult an expert (a heating designer or ...

As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...

The author uses a pump with a garden hose outlet to supply water to a mounted showerhead. Construct a simple, inexpensive rainwater shower system heated with an off-grid solar water heater. If you ...