Warning Signs That You Need Water Heater Repair

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Staying clean is an important part of maintaining your health. In times past, bathing was a labor-intensive process that required hauling gallons of water yourself and heating it over a fire. Fortunately, today we are blessed with the convenience of in-home water heaters, which provide an easy way to stay clean and a convenient way to relax and enjoy the comforts of hot water. We at Wake Forest Plumbing Company want to help you continue to enjoy these kinds of everyday pleasures, so our team has put together a list of warning signs that can indicate that you need water heater repair. Keeping a lookout for these signs will help you catch potential problems before they can do serious damage.

warning signs that can indicate that you need water heater repair
  • Age- Even if your water heater seems to be working as usual, it probably needs maintenance or repairs if it is more than 10 years old. If you don’t know how old your water heater is, you can check the first four digits of the serial number, which usually list the month and year it was manufactured (i.e. 0709 = July 2009). Even if you don’t currently need water heater repair, you can have our team at Wake Forest Plumbing Company give your unit a tune-up to make sure it stays in peak condition.
  • Strange Noises- Another indicator that you may need water heater repair is if your unit starts making rattling or popping noises. Over time, water heaters get deposits of minerals on the heating element and in the tank, which can cause your unit to make these sounds as the water warms. You can help prevent this by flushing out your tank once a year to clear away these deposits.
  • Only Cold Water- The most obvious sign that you need water heater repair is if it stops producing hot water. In a gas water heater, this might be caused by a snuffed pilot light, or you may have a circuit breaker problem in an electric one. If you have fuel or power and your unit still isn’t working, it’s a good idea to call our team at Wake Forest Plumbing Company for a more thorough assessment of whether you need water heater repair.