When Water Heaters Fail: How to Shut Down a Water Heater in an Emergency
"Having a water heater break down is never a welcome event in your home. Often they are an unexpected expense, and it can be annoying if it happens at an inconvenient time, like the dead of winter, in the middle of the night, on Christmas Day. But it would be even worse if your water heater begins to leak and damages other parts of your house, causing even more headaches and expense..." read more

Oil to Gas Conversions: How to Choose Wisely to Save Energy and Money
"Oil to gas conversions have been very popular with customers of Winters Company and homeowners across the country (especially in the Northern climes) for the past couple of years as a result of the dramatic price swings (usually up) in home heating oil. Although, as an expert in home heating, I personally would choose gas as my home heating fuel type..." read more

What You Should Know About Tankless Water Heaters
"Heating your water accounts for up to 30% of your home's energy consumption. Therefore, it stands to reason that reducing the amount of energy needed to heat your water could significantly lower your energy use and energy bills. Tankless water heaters, otherwise known as instant or demand water heaters, are gaining popularity due to their small, compact design and energy efficiency..." read more