Q. It takes about 30 seconds for hot water to reach my shower each morning. It’s frustrating to wait that long. Is it possible to have hot water within a second or two after I turn on the valve? I ...

Question: It takes about 30 seconds for hot water to reach my shower each morning. It's frustrating to wait that long. Is it possible to have hot water within a second or two after I turn on the valve ...

Q: I am having a problem with hot water in my 2-year-old house. My bathroom and water heater are located on opposite sides of the house, and I have to wait forever to get hot water for a shower. I ...

When I turn on the tap farthest from the water heater, it takes 90 seconds and 1 1/2 gallons down the drain to get hot water. I've found a system that will bring hot water four to five times faster ...

Q. I have a plumbing issue that has been driving me crazy since I moved into my present home. My hot-water heater is in the garage, and my master shower is on the opposite side of the house. I end up ...

Of the hundreds of things you need to think about when building a new home, my guess is that hot water is very low on the list. Sure, your builder is going to provide you with a hot water heater. In ...

Crack of dawn, chilly tile floor, staring at yourself in the bathroom mirror, and you’re waiting, wondering when the water will get hot. If the fixture is directly over the heater it’s a short delay.

Q: Ed, we love reading your column. Your recent article on “recirculating hot water”systems for residential use has sparked a lot of interest. In many areas of Florida we pay for every drop of water ...

Q: I have a plumbing issue that has been driving me crazy since I moved into my present home. My hot-water heater is in the garage, and my master shower is on the opposite side of the house. I end up ...

Those words spurn up a variety of thoughts and feelings. To some, hot water is the metaphorical comparison of being in trouble. To others, hot water is comforting, as it reminds them of the nice ...