A: I contacted a plumber who is always willing to give people tips, and he said you ought to have a professional come troubleshoot that for you.

Since you have a boiler and heat exchanger, it might be best to seek advice from a boiler specialist. To do so, visit Home Advisor to be matched with the ideal service professional in your area.

Q: The flow of hot water into my tub is distressingly slow and small. New washers have not helped. Any simple solution?

A: If changing washers hasn't helped, it sounds like the problem is in the lines and you will need to have a professional plumber come troubleshoot that for you.

To locate a reliable plumber, visit Home Advisor, and fill out a service request so we can match you with a professional in your area.

Q: My water heater is leaking. Is it possible to repair it without buying a new one?

A: How old is your water heater? They have a life expectancy of about ten years, though you hear of some that last longer, and some that go sooner.

If your tank is leaking from a fitting, it probably can be fixed. If it is leaking from the tank, such as a rust spot or a seam, it is time to go shopping before the inevitable flood comes.

To locate a reputable plumbing company to evaluate the cause of your leak, visit Home Advisor and fill out a service request to be matched with a professional in your area.

This information by Greg McGarry of Galerie Construction Co. in Nevada, Texas.

by Kathy Maynard, reprinted courtesy of HomeAdvisor.com