Residential Water Heater Repair and ReplacementPosted by fareed shakir on August 31st, 2019 Residential Water Heater Repair and Replacement Chilly morning, early alarm, hot shower... Uh oh, no hot water. Now what? Before you automatically assume that you need a new water heater, it could be worthwhile to explore a couple of possibilities that will address your problem. Troubleshooting Your Electric Hot Water Tank The very first thing to check is for almost any leaks or standing water near your water heater. If there is water on the ground, do not touch or part of the water. Turn off all breakers to your residence and call a crisis service plumbing contractor in your area. If no proof leaking exists, check the electrical circuit breakers or fuse box. If those are intact, another stop may be the control panel. If water exists in the panel, leave it open and call for repair ASAP. If the compartment is dry, try pressing the reset button. If the button clicks and power is restored, you're in business (at least for now). If not, it is unquestionably time for you to call for repair. Normally breakers and reset switches won't trip with out a reason, so think about this an early on warning that you may want service soon. Troubleshooting Your Gas Water Heater Gas is generally a more effective Vista Water heater repair, less costly method of heating water, but gas water heater problems could be dangerous and tricky. When you have no heated water, check first to see if the gas is on. If that's the case, another item to check may be the pilot light. First, turn the gas control knob setting on the water heater to "pilot," then eliminate the metal plate and turn to see if the pilot is lit. If not, you are able to light it if you're familiar with the process, or contact the gas company or perhaps a plumbing professional for help with igniting it. If the pilot is definitely off, turn the gas valve immediately to "off" and ventilate the region to prevent gas build-up (which can explode!) Repair and Replacement Depending how much heated water you use and the level of minerals in your water, the conventional water heater will normally last between 10 and 20 years. Modern units are much more energy efficient however, so consider the money you will save on utility costs when deciding whether to fix or replace yours. Water heater repair costs may be significant in comparison to replacement costs. As it pertains to your heated water tank repairs, do it yourself is not the best way to go. Electricity may cause injury for you and damage to your home. Gas may result in explosions or it may also poison your loved ones when it builds up. Contact a licensed local plumbing company to fix heated water heaters and related systems, safely and effectively. Like it? Share it!More by this author |