On-demand hot water is a necessity, so when you’re having issues with your water heater, you can’t afford to let them go and risk system failure. Central Heating offers expert hot water heater repair and water heater rental solutions to fit almost any budget.
Whether you need hot water heater repair, maintenance, or a new system installation, call us in Barrie at 705-214-9610.
If your current water heater can’t meet your hot water demands, call us for a no-obligation consultation about a tankless water heater installation.
5 Signs That Say Your Water Heater is Failing
Like every appliance, water heaters don’t last forever. Knowing the warning signs of impending water heater failure will help you plan on replacing your system before it catastrophically fails.
Here are the five telltale signs of water heater failure.
Age
Even with routine maintenance, your water heater will eventually wear out, and repairs become more costly than purchasing a new system. The average lifespan of a water heater is between 10 and 12 years. Once your system reaches the upper end of its lifespan, plan on replacing it instead of sinking money into a water heater that’s past its prime.
Knocking or Banging Sounds
Over time, sediment builds up in your water heater, making it less efficient and causing it to wear down more quickly. As sediment thickens, the water heater can make knocking or banging sounds as it heats the water. Sometimes you can solve this problem by flushing the tank; however, if the sediment is heavily embedded, replacement is the best option.
Leaking Water Heater
It’s nearly impossible to prevent the steel lining of your water heater from corroding. Once corrosion sets it, the end of your water heater is quickly approaching, especially if it’s eaten through the tank, causing a water leak.
Lack of Hot Water
Like knocking or banging sounds, sediment buildup can impede the water heater’s ability to provide as much hot water as you’re used to. Sometimes, sediment causes a heating element to fail, which means you run out of hot water more quickly and have to wait longer for the system to produce more.
Discolored or Foul-Smelling Water
Discolored or rusty water could mean the anode rod has failed. If the water smells foul, it could mean you have bacteria buildup in the tank. Before you call for help, make sure the water supply coming into the house isn’t the problem.
Unexpected water heater failure is rare; most systems give off these warning signs that something is wrong, allowing you time to call a professional for repair or replacement.
If you notice your water heater is acting strangely, call the experts at Central Heating for an inspection.
Why is Water Heater Maintenance Important?
Having hot water when you want it isn’t a luxury anymore, it’s a necessity that most of us take for granted.
However, the average water heater sits tucked away in a basement or closet, toiling away day and night, out of sight and out of mind.
Until something goes wrong.
Like every other machine, your water heater needs routine maintenance to keep it running efficiently and provide you with the performance you expect.
If you’ve neglected water heater maintenance in the past, here are some things to consider.
First, routine maintenance of your water heater ensures its safe operation. Although water heaters have safety devices to prevent pressure buildup, these devices require routine testing to ensure proper function and protect your family.
Routine water heater maintenance also ensures your system is operating efficiently, which provides better performance and lowers your energy costs.
Sediment buildup is the bane of water heaters and wreaks havoc whenever it gets out of control. Annual water heater maintenance removes sediment buildup allowing you to avoid the many problems that lead to early water heater failure.
Lastly, routine water heater maintenance allows you to detect and repair minor issues before they escalate into something that causes your system to fail prematurely.
Call the water heater experts at Central Heating and ask about our affordable water heater maintenance plans.
Central Heating’s professional gas fitters can help with all of your gas piping needs.
Our Water Heater Repair & Replacement Services
If you’re looking for traditional or tankless water heater options, look no further than Central Heating. Proudly serving Barrie, ON, and the surrounding area, we have options for hot water heater rental and purchase as well as tankless solutions for residential and commercial applications.
Plus, if your current water heater is acting up, call us for our guaranteed water heater maintenance service.
