Over time, sediment builds up in the bottom of most hot water tanks. These sediments reduce the water capacity of the tank and impede the overall efficiency of the heater. Periodic flushing of the hot ...

Indoor plumbing is a very good thing — I think we can all agree on that. But just because modern conveniences allow us to stay warm while doing our business doesn't mean they're entirely problem free.

Q: I recently moved from a house on a city sewer system to a rural retirement home that has a septic tank. What can you tell me about septic tanks? At my last home, I had clogging issues in my main ...