The data shows that Americans will pay an average of $328 a month for a middle tier health plan, while other analysis shows that health costs may go up for younger Americans under the Affordable Care Act. Obamacare's average monthly cost across US: $328 (Reuters).
We'd guess that people could tell more things about their cars than their water heaters, even though a car is vastly more complicated. When a water heater breaks, most of us are in a hurry to get a replacement. Nobody likes cold showers. Under those conditions, it's hard to buy wisely.
Sediment can interfere with burner efficiency in a gas water heater and can cause cracking and popping noises during heating cycles. Depending on your water source and the mineral content, both gas and electric water heaters should be flushed of sediment every 1-2 years to ensure optimal performance.