Water heaters are built to be as sturdy as possible, but they’re also one of the hardest working appliances in your home. Operating day and night for years puts a lot of wear and tear on the system, which makes it more and more likely for problems to occur. It’s important that you keep watch for any problems that might crop up with your water heater, and one of the best ways to do that is to be familiar with symptoms that the system is in trouble.
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Beware These Water Heater Problems
Monday, January 9th, 2017Why Your Water Heater Might be Having Trouble Providing Hot Water
Monday, January 2nd, 2017Water heater output can be low for any number of reasons. Sometimes it’s simply because you put too much demand on it for too long a period of time. Sometimes, though, it’s actually because of a problem with the system. If you’re water heater is struggling to provide enough hot water, and you’re not sure why, read on to find out.
Should I Replace My Water Heater This Winter?
Monday, December 12th, 2016Suddenly finding yourself without hot water in the middle of winter is not something you probably want. If your water heater is not up to the task of providing you with hot water through one more winter, you should replace it now before it fails completely. If you’re not sure whether or not your water heater is in need of replacement, read on for some ways to tell.
Which Water Heater Type is Best for You?
Monday, October 31st, 2016The type of water heater that you install in your home is going to have a pretty significant impact over the next decade or so. So, it’s a good idea to make sure that you select the best possible water heater for your needs. If you’re not sure which water heater would benefit you the most, don’t worry. Read on to find out a bit more about the pros and cons of each water heater.
The Importance of Water Heater Maintenance
Monday, September 5th, 2016Water heaters are sturdy systems, but they aren’t invincible. If you want to get the most out of your water heater system, you need to make sure that it gets maintenance on a regular basis. Otherwise, you could be indirectly shortening the lifespan of your water heater. Read on to find out more about water heater maintenance, and how it can improve the lifespan of your system.
Why Your Water Heater is Rust Resistant
Monday, August 8th, 2016Any system that both contains steel and deals with water will have to also deal with rust at some point. Considering that tank water heaters deal with water for literally their entire lifespans, why is it that they are so resistant to rust? The answer is the sacrificial anode rod, which protects your water heater from the causes of rust. However, that protection does not last forever. Read on to find out more about how the anode rod works for your water heater.
Signs That You Need to Replace Your Water Heater
Monday, July 25th, 2016Water heaters last many years, provided they are properly cared for. However, no water heater can last forever. Eventually, your system will wear down to the point that you need to install a new one. You don’t want to lose your hot water supply without warning, do you? Read on to find out more about when you need to need to replace your water heater.