How long have your had your water heater make make a difference in whether you just want hot water heater service or if it's time for water heater replacement. Some say a water heater could last you for 10-13 years. Others will tell you they don't last quite that long, other will try to push it longer. Either way it will be quite annoying when you jump out of bed for that nice hot shower in the morning to find the water is stone cold.
It used to be that a water heater could be repaired. Parts could be replaced. Sadly, like with most everything else, manufacturers don't want us repairing things, they just want us to buy a new one. There is no real money in repair for them, so they have made it more difficult for all of us who own homes.
Today, most all of the insides of the heating element are all one piece. So you can't just replace a part here & there. Have you ever looked at your water heater heating element lately? It's all sealed up. So what does that mean for us?
It used to be that a water heater could be repaired. Parts could be replaced. Sadly, like with most everything else, manufacturers don't want us repairing things, they just want us to buy a new one. There is no real money in repair for them, so they have made it more difficult for all of us who own homes.
Today, most all of the insides of the heating element are all one piece. So you can't just replace a part here & there. Have you ever looked at your water heater heating element lately? It's all sealed up. So what does that mean for us?
If your water heater is no longer under warranty and it's getting close to it's expiration date, then you are most likely going to need to just replace it. It's given you years of constant service and has lasted far longer than most TVs, washing machines, cell phones and even most of us buy new cars long before the water heater gives up. So don't take it to hard.
Your water heater is going to fail eventually, so really what can you do so you aren't left with a cold shower?
Warning Signs Water Heater Needs Replacement
Feel free to give us a call at Leak Star @ 760-458-8958.
Your water heater is going to fail eventually, so really what can you do so you aren't left with a cold shower?
Warning Signs Water Heater Needs Replacement
- Water heater is leaking. That should be obvious, but it's amazing how many people just try to ignore that fact a little bit longer. But really, don't, the water damage could cost you many times more than if you had just replaced your hot water heater,
- Loud pops & crackling coming from inside your water heater. This could be an indication that the heating element has sand or mineral buildup.
- Hot water isn't as hot as it used to be. Could be that the heating element is failing. Double check that the thermostat is set to between 120 and 140.
- Strange odor or taste in water. This could indicate that the inside of the water tank is beginning to break down. You might even see flecks of metal. I don't know, probably not a great idea to drink or cook with it anymore.
- Muddy water or sandy grit. This is one area that you might be able to have serviced. A hot water heater can be drained, hopefully reducing the amount of sediment. Warning though. We have done this for customers and it can be quite time consuming which equals greater cost to you. You might want to try to DIY first.
Feel free to give us a call at Leak Star @ 760-458-8958.
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