Anybody with a water heater problem knows how much trouble it can cause to a household. Most appliances need hot water to run properly, and cold showers are highly unpleasant. A hot water heater that is not running properly will not only halt activities in the home, but a leak can also cause severe damage to your home. Only a skilled, expert technician should be trusted to carry out an emergency water heater repair. If your water heater is malfunctioning, then you need to call Craftsman Plumbing to have a professional resolve this issue for you quickly.
If you need professional water heater services you can count on in the Seattle, WA area, contact us online today or give us a call at (206) 855-6110 to schedule a service.
Common Problems Solved with Water Heater Services
A water heater must provide equal amounts of hot water every day. If you are noticing huge changes in the consistency of your water heater, or it’s not working the way it should, it’s important to call a technician as soon as possible. Some issues that homeowners may have with their hot water heaters are smelly water, loud noises, leaking unit and discolored water.
No Hot Water
When there is no hot water coming out of your water fixtures, this may be caused by different reasons. The pilot light not lighting may be responsible for a gas unit without hot water, or it may be a lack of gas flow or the thermocouple not sensing that the pilot light is on. For an electric heater, the problem may have been caused by a breaker that has tripped. It is the professional that can determine the actual cause and conduct the necessary repair on it so that the home can have hot water again.
Little Hot Water
If you never seem to have enough hot water in your home, perhaps your tank is too small for your family’s usage needs, or you could have a damaged part that needs to be replaced. During the winter months, it becomes necessary to raise the thermostat. A professional will be able to diagnose the issue and have it fixed right away.
Discolored Water
When water is discolored, that can signal a few different issues that need to be taken care of. Rust-colored liquid may signal corrosion on the anode rod. When the corroded rod has been replaced with a new one, then this should solve the issue. If ignored, the corrosion could exacerbate into a leak and ultimately lead to a full replacement instead of just a minor repair.
If the hot water coming out of your faucets is dirty, but not rusty, the cause could be a buildup of minerals on the heating elements or elsewhere within the unit. Having your unit serviced periodically will prevent an accumulation of minerals that can affect its efficiency.
Smelly Water
Warning signs of bacteria in your water can include a sulfuric odor. Replace the anode rod and that should also help solve this issue. Heating the unit up to 140 degrees can help you kill all remaining bacteria inside the tank.
Strange Noises
A water heater that is making strange popping, banging, hissing, or knocking sounds probably has significant mineral deposits that have accumulated inside the tank or on the heating elements. Because of this, the system may lose efficiency when heating water and may even cause leakage if there’s buildup in the tank.
Leaks
When there is a leak from the unit, this is often a bad sign. Loose pipes or valve failure might be the reasons for a water heater leaking from the top. If the leak is happening from the bottom of the tank, there could be a problem with condensation, a loosened drain value, over-pressurization, or corrosion inside the tank. A total replacement of the tank may be necessary if it is cracked or corroded.
Installation and Replacement Water Heater Services
If the water heater is still new, typically the issues that are causing issues can be fixed by a simple repair job. Older units might start having more problems if it has corroded parts. If your water heater is around ten years old or even older and beginning to have issues, it may be wise to consider replacing the unit. The newer units won’t ask for frequent repairs and would run efficiently. Compared to an older unit, they work smoothly and offer lower utility bills as a result. A trained technician can always inspect your unit and give you an estimate whether a repair would suffice or a replacement, depending on the issue.
One of our professional water heater services technicians will walk you through all of your choices when it’s time to replace a water heater and help you identify which device would be best for your house. Your choices may be limited by the available energy source, whether that’s natural gas or electricity. Households can also check out new tankless systems to see if they would meet their needs with these energy-efficient versions.
Call Craftsman Plumbing for Trusted Water Heater Services
For trusted plumbing and water heater services in the Seattle, WA area, Craftsman Plumbing is the only one to call. We have years of experience serving the local community, and we want to put our knowledge and professionalism to work for you.
For more information on our water heater services, or to schedule an appointment, contact us online or give us a call today at (206) 855-6110. Our friendly staff is standing by to take your call and assist you.