How to Know When Your Water Heater Needs Repair
Most Vernon homeowners seldom think about their water heaters until they act up; however, there are tell-tale signs that their water heater needs to be repaired. One of the most obvious is that your water heater is not heating water to a comfortable level. If this happens, check the thermostat.
If you find that it is set correctly, it may be time to flush out the tank. Water will not heat up entirely if there is a buildup of mineral deposits. If you have already flushed your tank in the last weeks or months, you may want to check the dip tube on the heater.
No hot water or are you hearing Strange Noises?
Another tell-tale sign is if there is no hot water coming from your water heater. This could mean the pilot light is out. If it has gone out, relight it. If you feel uncomfortable doing this, call a water heater specialist. Hearing strange noises is another sign that your water heater needs to be repaired. Unusual noises coming from your water heater means that hard water has accumulated in the tank and has broken off. For this job, you will needs to call a plumbing company that specializes in water heater repairs.
Look for water on the Floor
Most importantly, if you see water on the floor near the water heater, water is probably leaking from the tank. Water could be coming from a loose value or leaky pipe. Of course, an older water heater may get to the point when it needs to be replaced instead of repaired. Water heaters that are older than 10-12 years may need to be replaced.
Is Water Flow Inconsistent?
Another indication that something is wrong is if the water flow is inconsistent when you turn on the faucet. In this case, your heater may be clogged and may need to be serviced. In addition, if you notice that the hot water is not as hot as it normally is, find out if someone turned off the thermostat. If; however, the thermostat is on and the water is cooler, the tank is probably struggling to reach the right temperature. The heating element could be the problem or the thermostat may not working.
Hot water is not Hot?
If you notice that the hot water is not as hot when you take a shower, then the tank may be struggling to reach the right temperature. There could be a problem with the heating element in the tank, or the thermostat is not working. This should be checked as soon as possible before the problem escalates.
To conclude, water heaters last a long time; however, there comes a time when they need to be repaired or replaced. Talk with a Vernon water heater specialist when you detect a problem with your water heater!
Make sure your Vernon water heater is in working order. Call Water Heater Medic at (860) 896-3342.
