If your hot water is sometimes too steamy for comfort or safety, you can calm it down by installing either a mixing valve or a point-of use tempering valve, aka a hot water regulator, which mixes hot ...

The national average for a water softener system installation, including labor and materials, is around $1,500. If you have persistent hard water, opt for a more complex system, like an ion exchange ...

A new water heater for your home typically costs between $880 and $1,800, depending on the type of device you get. Tank-based systems average around $1,550, while tankless water heaters can range ...

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