Tag: water heaters

Why Is It Taking so Long for the Water in My Home to Heat Up?

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Signs Your Water Heater Needs Maintenance

 

West Covina Water HeaterWe tend to take our water heater for granted. We bathe, wash dishes, and clean our clothes with hot water. What if we found ourselves at the most inconvenient time without it? There’s no reason to have this happen with a simple knowledge of what to look for when it comes to water heater maintenance.

The first thing a professional plumbing technician will recommend is a regular water heater inspection. By doing this yearly chances of heating problems will be minimal if not eliminated. However, if you suspect you’re on the verge of a water heater problem it’s something you need to take care of right away. There are certain points to always be on the lookout for if you feel you may have a water heater problem. Below is a shortlist of possible problems to be on the lookout for.

Shortness of hot water is the most immediate problem homeowners find. If you feel that the length of time your water remains heated has shortened then chances are it has. Heating elements are the basic item that heats our water and can go at any time. This is usually following a lessening of hot water as a warning. At the first sign of this, you should immediately call a plumbing technician.

Any water leakage, no matter how small the leak, which you find around your water heater should also be inspected as soon as possible. Again do not do it yourself. The leak could be from a number of different problems and will, more than likely, save you time and money by using a professional.

There is any number of qualified plumbing professionals, but it takes a simple search on the internet to find the best one in your area. Make sure they offer a guarantee on their work and that they’re available 24/7 for any unforeseen emergency. A good relationship with your plumber is like having one with your doctor. Preventative maintenance is always a good idea to avoid expensive repair or replacement. At the first sign of any problem call the plumbing technician of your choice.

Is the water heater in your West Covina home in need of repairs? Call Daniel Cordova Plumbing, Drain & Sewer at (626) 962-0885 and schedule a service call today!

What Are the Benefits of Having a Tankless Water Heater?

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Benefits Of Having a Tankless Water Heater In Your Home

 

West Covina Water HeaterTankless water heater technology has reached the US market. Take a good look at this technology now; it may be an excellent addition to your household. Tankless in itself means there is no water tank needed to heat up and store water, which gives your home more space and no flooding. More important you will never run out of hot water.

Tankless technology lets you run your washing machine and take a shower at the same time. It heats up the water as you use it. This is an on-demand type of heater; it provides hot water only when needed. Tankless water heaters do not run out of hot water because they heat up the water as you use it. There is no reason to wait for the hot-water tank to refill, there is no tank.

Heating up as you go saves energy, and cuts your electric and gas cost by twenty percent. Saving may be up to eighty dollars a month, and thousands of dollars in a long run. The tankless water heater is efficient and economical; it is also friendly to the environment. The price may be a bit higher, however; investing in this technology will save you money and space over time.

The tankless water heater unit is smaller than the conventional heater. It fits anywhere in or out of your home. You can fit it in a closet a hallway, or outside in a convenient out-of-the-way location. They usually come with remote control, designed with several settings to fit your home’s individual needs.

The best part about the tankless water heater is it has low maintenance and will last you twenty years. You will not have to worry about the risk of leaks and water damage. This is a good time to make a change to tankless technology. Save money, space, and never be caught without hot water again.

Are you looking to install a new tankless water heater in your West Covina home? Call Daniel Cordova Plumbing, Drain & Sewer at (626) 962-0885 and get started today!

Why Is the Water in My Home Not Warming Up?

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Signs Your Water Heater Needs Maintenance

 

West Covina Water Heater RepairYour water heater supplies your household with the hot water necessary for cleaning, cooking, and bathing. For this reason, it should be serviced whenever an issue arises. When your water heater begins to show symptoms of degradation, you should call a plumber who specializes in water heater maintenance. The following article will list the common problems water heaters experience.

One of the first signs of water heater failure is a decrease in the temperature of your hot water. This is one of the primary symptoms of water heater failure. Many times a professional plumber can quickly and safely remedy this problem without the necessity of replacing a water heater.

If it seems to take longer for your water to warm up, one or both of your heating elements may need to be replaced. If your water seems to not be as hot as it once was, your topwater heater element probably needs replacing. If, on the other hand, your water heats up quickly, but runs out of hot water quickly, your bottom element needs to be replaced.

Finally, if you notice cloudy water when you turn on the hot water faucet, your water heater is probably filled with sediment. This sediment can be removed from the bottom of the water heater. This can easily be removed by a certified plumber.

There are times when a water heater will need to be replaced. For example, if your water heater is more than 10 years old, it may be beneficial to replace your current water heater with a new energy-efficient unit. The newer units can pay for themselves in savings over the lifetime of a water heater.

Routine water heater maintenance is required in order for your water heater to continue to run properly. A properly maintained water heater will save money on your utility bills. If your water heater is experiencing any of the problems listed above, call a plumber immediately.

Is the water heater in your West Covina home acting up? Call us at (626) 962-0885 and schedule a service call today!

To Repair Or To Replace? When It Comes To Water Heaters, That Is The Question

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Let’s face it, our water heaters are just one of those things that we take for granted on a daily basis.  When we wake up in the morning we expect to have hot water for our nice morning showers.  The maintenance of our water heaters is the last thing on our minds and is virtually irrelevant to the mighty list of to-do’s we have to get done by the end of the day.  However, when what we have come to expect fails to show and we step foot into an icy shower, are stuck with soap in our hair, or wake up to a flood, we know we’ve got a problem.  How could it be?  Something is wrong with the water heater and it’s time to face that dreaded question: to repair or to replace?

To Repair Or To Replace A Water Heater

Here are 4 questions whose answers can make this decision a whole lot easier for you:

IS IT STILL UNDER WARRANTY?

If so, then your choice is easy.  Just call the manufacturer and explain the issue.  Often they will easily send you the replacement parts; however, you are generally on your own to get them installed.  A local plumber would be more than happy to take care of this for you for a minimum fee.  This should help expand the lifespan of your tank, which leads us to our next questions…

HOW OLD IS THE UNIT?

The average lifespan of a conventional tank water heater is roughly around 7-10 years.  However, this greatly depends on the water quality in your area.  When it comes to the age of your unit and deciding whether to repair or to replace it, it comes down to weighing your options.  We recommend calling a professional and asking for a repair estimate.  Usually the closer your water heater is to its expected lifespan, the more likely it would be in your best interest to replace it, but generally, this will lead you to our next question…

HOW BAD IS THE PROBLEM?

Since conventional water heaters are pretty simple devices, there are really only a few things that can go wrong.  For example, the pilot light on gas water heater goes out, the circuit breaker on electric water heater trips, the heating element fails, the thermostat breaks, the valve sticks, a leak springs on the drain valve or temperature/pressure relief valve, or a leak springs on the tank (normally due to corrosion).  While almost all of these cases can easily be repaired by a professional, a leak caused by corrosion in the tank is generally non-repairable and your only option will be to replace the unit.  In all other cases, it will be at your discretion (using the advice in this article of course) to decide whether to repair or replace the unit.  One other piece of advice that might help in your decision, is given by the answer to the following question…

IS YOUR TANK ENERGY EFFICIENT?

Oftentimes choosing to replace your tank with a more energy-efficient model may actually end up saving you more money than it would cost to simply have an old unit repaired.  Older water heater units use approximately 17% of the energy in your home.  Newer water heater units nearly cut this usage in half!  This equates to more energy savings and more money in your pocket at the end of each month! With that said, swapping your current guzzler for a new, higher-efficient model is definitely an option to consider.

SO NOW THAT WE’VE RUN THROUGH THE DETAILS, LET US REMOVE SOME OF THE COMPLICATION AND PUT IT IN MUCH SIMPLER TERMS:

  1. If your water heater is 10 years or older and is giving you problems, without a doubt: REPLACE IT!
  2. If your water heater is 5 years or younger, replacement should only be considered if the unit requires major repair, otherwise REPAIR IT!
  3. If your unit is between 5-10 years old and is giving you problems, our best advice is to ask yourself these 4 preceding questions and use your good judgment to decide.

We truly hope this article helps, so the next time you’re stuck asking yourself this same question, you have a little bit more of an upper hand when deciding what to do!