You seem to give quick and very helpful answers.....thought maybe you could answer my questions. Hot Water Heater: Ruud (Pacemaker) Serial #1078M07704 Model #RP40B-38 We justed moved into a home (built 1975)..the hot water heaters make terrible noises (crackling, popping, banging) - it makes the MOST noise after using the shower (ie hot water) although it makes noises throughout the night. This house was not used much before we moved in. The water heater noises have actually gotten BETTER since we began using them all the time. I am afraid the water heater is going to blow up or start a fire! Also, our childrens bathroom: if the sink or shower is not used for a day or two, the water comes out rusty for the first few seconds....then clears up. If the water drips...it leaves a rusty looking mark. Are all the above signs that we need new water heaters or can we drain them? If this is the answer, how do you drain a GAS hot water heater and how much water do you drain? Thank you in advance for your help.

I am trying to replace bathroom faucets. The screws are stripped. Is there any easy way to remove a stripped a screw? Thanks in advance.