Experience Counts When Replacing A Water Heater

Your house runs on hot water. From cooking to bathing you need hot water for your home. Hot water heaters are large complex devices that have a limited life span. The average water heater lasts between 8-12 years. Orange County homeowners might notice signs that their water heaters are failing. Sometimes slowly, or without warning, you wake up to no hot water or even worse, gallons of water leaking out the bottom. Typical warning signs are:

Sedimentation: failure to drain water heater on regular intervals can lead to build up of sediments increasing energy use. flushing the tank periodically and having the tank inspected regularly is important in extending its performance.

Age of water heater: replacing an old water heater before it becomes a plumbing emergency can save money and decrease the likelihood of damage to surrounding areas.

Lukewarm water or no hot water: temperature not keeping with the thermostat setting.

Leaking: water leaking out of the water heater or connecting pipes should be considered any emergency and addressed asap and by a licensed experienced plumber.

Knocking sounds or visible corrosion on the outside of the tank.

Mineral particles coming out of water fixtures. Sediments can clog faucet aerators or are visible in tubs and showers.

Irvine plumbers like Rocky Rooter are available to help Orange County homeowners make an informed decision about whether a water heater replacement or repair is right for them. We understand the stress and inconvenience having no hot water can bring. Often, Irvine homeowners are faced with the decision of investing hundreds of dollars on a new one without adequate time to research options available.

Options include, gas powered or electric water heater. Typical questions might be asked are the number of gallons of water it holds. 30-40-50. Depending on the location and space available, would a tall or short one be more suitable? Residential square foot and the number of household members it would be serving. Another option gaining in popularity is switching from a traditional gas water heater to a tankless water heater.

Installation of a water heater should be handled by an expert trained in connecting both gas and water lines. This is not a job for an amateur plumber as any mistakes in setup could lead to extensive repair costs. If the time has come to replace your water heater call us today! We’ve been providing Orange County homeowners with water heater solutions since 2005 Rocky Rooter has years of experience replacing hot water heaters for Irvine residents. So, if you find your house is running cold, give Jeff of Rocky Rooter a call now, 949-679-1403.