Water Heater Replacement

1. Solar Water Heaters

Renewable solar energy is currently the only “free” option for water heaters. They are not appropriate for every home and situation, but if the conditions are right, they are a fantastic investment. Conditions including the roof direction, area or residence, and size of the family must be met to qualify your home for solar power.

2. Storage or Tank Water Heaters

The most common water heater type is a storage, or tank water heater. These store a set amount of heated water in a holding tank. The tank water heater can be powered by electricity or gas, and the supply of hot water is limited by the tank size. One major drawback is having to balance household activities to make sure there is adequate hot water supply for each, so that no one is stuck with a cold shower before the supply can replenish.

3. Tankless Water Heaters

Tankless, or on-demand water heaters are growing in popularity, largely due to their ability to produce an endless supply of hot water, despite the amount of usage. These can be either gas or electric, similarly to tank water heaters. Tankless water heaters are also the most eco-friendly, since they only heat water when it is needed.

One of the most important appliances in a your home is the water heater. If the water heater is not functioning properly, it can make regular household activities difficult and even impossible. The best way for a homeowner to ensure that their hot water heater is always functioning properly is to be able to recognize when there is a problem so that it can be repaired before it breaks down completely. The sooner the homeowner can recognize that there is a problem, the sooner they can call a professional in water heater repair.

1. The Water is Not as Hot as Usual

If a homeowner notices that their water heater is not heating the water enough, they should call a professional in water heater repair. There could be a problem with the heating element or with the thermostat. It would take a professional to diagnose and repair the problem.

2. Rusty Hot Water

If the homeowner turns on the hot water and it comes out rusty, they should contact a professional immediately. The rust could be coming from the inside of the tank, which means it needs to be replaced. If the homeowner allows the problem to persist, the water heater can start to leak, which can result in a very damaging flood.

3. Rumbling Noises in the Water Heater

If a homeowner notices a rumbling sound coming from their water heater, they should contact a professional immediately. Over time, sediment can build up inside of the water tank. When the water heats up, the sediment can break up, creating a rumbling sound. When this happens, the inside of the tank would need to be cleaned.

4. Water Around the Water Tank

If a homeowner notices water around the water tank, it is a sign of a very serious problem. There could be a small leak or crack in the tank. It could also be a loose connection or fitting to the tank. Regardless of the reason, the homeowner should contact a professional immediately. The longer the problem persists, the worse the water damage will become.

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Tankless water heaters, or on-demand water heaters are growing in popularity, largely due to their ability to produce an endless supply of hot water, despite the amount of usage. These can be either gas or electric, similar to tank water heaters. Tankless water heaters are also the most eco-friendly, since they only heat water when it is needed.

Heating water accounts for up to 30 percent of the average home's energy budget.

These types of tankless water heater units can save you money because they don't produce the standby energy losses associated with storage tank water heaters.

Tankless water heater models heat water directly without the use of a storage tank. When a hot water tap is turned on, cold water travels through a coil pipe into the unit. Either a gas burner or electric element quickly heats the coil which in turn heats the water that passes through it. Therefore, tankless water heaters provide a continuous supply of hot water. You don't have to wait for a storage tank to fill up with more hot water after a long, hot shower. However, a single tankless unit provides a limited flow of hot water per minute – between two and five gallons. The good news is that more than one tankless unit can be ganged together to overcome these limitations.