What’s Wrong with My Water Heater?

You’re up.  Ready for a great day at the office.  A fun day with the kids at the park.  Eighteen holes of golf.  Or ready to tackle those errands you’ve been putting off.

What do all these and other daily activities have in common?  More often than not, you first take a nice hot shower.  Except, of course, when that fateful morning arrives when there IS no hot water…or at least not enough.

What causes a water heater to fail?  Let’s have a look:

• The pilot has gone out in your gas water heater won’t re-ignite. The gas valve could have been inadvertently shut off, the thermocouple could be dirty or bent, or the pilot may not be getting enough gas. In that instance, the solution could be as simple as adjusting the pilot knob.
• If you have an electric water heater, the heating can burn out from internal tank corrosion. Electrical components also can fail over time.
• A hard water supply can eventually corrode the inside of your tank. Unless your tank is routinely flushed and re-filled, it can eventually wear out. At that point, the system will need to be replaced.

And now for the good news: annual water heater inspections can prevent most water heater problems, thus providing you with added comfort, convenience, and savings. At the same time, your system won’t last forever – the average lifespan is 10-12 years – but we can delay the inevitable.

For more information or to request service, contact Best Choice Plumbers today. We’re your local water heater specialists.