Our old water heater is nearing the end of its life and seems to be leaking. We’re thinking about replacing it with a smaller tankless system, but the price tag is higher. Is it worth it?

Q: We’ve been thinking about installing a smart-home system in our house, but we are unsure whether it’s something we need or just an expensive gimmick. Is it worth it?

Q: I have a large closet in the main bedroom, but it’s always a disorganized mess and I can’t find what I’m looking for half the time. How do I tame the closet and get space back?

With hotter, smokier summers becoming the norm, we’re looking to improve our home’s temperature and air quality. We have a remodel coming up and wonder if we should upgrade our heating, ventilation and air conditioning system, too. Any advice?

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