Please upgrade your browser to receive the best experience on this website.
Find a Local Center
Contact Us
Chat With Us
jobs
Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning Logo
  • Heating
    • Heating
    • Furnace Repair Service
    • Boilers
    • Furnace Sales
    • Furnace Maintenance
    • Furnaces & Air Handlers
    • Mini-Split Systems
  • Air Conditioning
    • Air Conditioning
    • AC Repair
    • Air Conditioning Sales & Installation
    • AC Prices
    • Air Conditioning Maintenance
    • Air Conditioning Products
    • Mini-Split Systems
    • Solar Air Conditioning
  • Plumbing
    • Plumbing
    • Boiler Repair
    • Drain Cleaning
    • Garbage Disposal
    • Gas Lines
    • Leak Detection and Repair
    • Sump Pumps
    • Water Heaters
    • Tank Water Heaters
    • Tankless Water Heaters
    • Water Filters
    • Water Heater Replacement
    • Water Heater Repair
    • Water and Sewer Line Services
    • Water Softeners
    • Well Pumps and Tanks
  • Advantage Program
    • Advantage Program
    • Heating & Air Conditioning
    • Water Heater
  • Commercial
    • Commercial
    • Commercial HVAC Financing Options
    • Commercial HVAC Products & Equipment
    • Commercial HVAC Service & Installation
    • Expert Commercial HVAC Maintenance
    • Expert Planned Service Agreement
    • Free Consultation
  • Geothermal
    • Geothermal
    • How Geothermal Works
    • Installation
    • Pond and Lake Applications
  • Other Services
    • Other Services
    • Attic Insulation
    • Duct Cleaning
    • Heat Pumps
    • Indoor Air Quality
    • Serving All Makes & Models
    • Total Comfort
  • Special Offers
  • Financing
  • Service Plans
  • Blog
  • About Us
  • FAQs
866-397-3787
866-397-3787
Schedule Online
Blog

Have You Neglected Your Water Heater?

Published on October 26, 2017
shower head running water

Your water heater is conceivably one of the most underrated major appliances in your home. You likely don’t stop to consider how much of your daily routine depends on your water heater running properly. Taking a hot shower, a warm bath, running your dishwasher and washing clothing and bedding are just a few examples of the home comforts that require hot water.

Proper maintenance is important in maintaining the life of your water heater by reducing the development of leaks and damage to your tank and dodging the undesirable call for emergency repair citing no hot water in the home.

Here are a few common indicators that there may be an issue with your water heater:

Rusty Water

If the water from your water heater appears discolored, there is a strong chance that your water heater is rusting on the inside, which could result in a leak and contaminated water.

Noises Coming From the Water Heater

Knocking or booming sounds coming from your water heater can be a indication that residue has built up on the foundation of the system. This means that your water heating system will be less efficient and will need more gas or electricity to heat your water, resulting in higher heating bills. In addition, the extra effort necessary to heat your water could cause more damage to your system, leading to cracks and leaks.

A Noticeable Leak

The most prevalent cause of failure of residential water heaters is a leak from the tank. If you see water around your tank, you presumably have a leak. And if your water heater sits in your attic or above the first floor, the risk for catastrophic damage climbs. If you notice your water heater is leaking, call the experts immediately. Even a minor leak can expand fast and cause pricey damage to your home.

Not Enough Hot Water Available

If you’re getting zero, or very little, hot water out of your tap, the problem could be the pilot light on your water heater unit. If you’re not confident how to investigate the pilot light, call in the experts to manage the problem.

Water is Too Hot or Too Cold


If your running water is either too hot or too cold, there is a strong chance that you have the incorrect size water heater to accommodate your living space and the number of people using hot water in your home. If a gas water heater is undersized, the system will break down in a shorter period of time.

Age of Your Water Heater

The average lifespan of residential water heaters that have had proper maintenance is between ten and fifteen years. Even if there are no visible signs of an issue, a water heater that is ten years or older is at greater risk of producing a leak resulting in water damage to your home. Maturing water heaters are nothing to brush aside. If you are unsure of the age of your water heater, check the identification sticker on the unit, where the manufactured date should be listed with the serial number.

The Service Experts Plumbing Team can help by fixing leaks, installing low-flow fixtures and consulting with you on possible energy-efficient upgrades. And if you find it isn’t cost-effective to have a repair done, Service Experts can recommend a new water heater that will meet your household demands and work within your budget. Options include ENERGY STAR®-rated traditional tank water heaters or energy-efficient tankless water heater units. No matter the type of system you have, if you’ve neglected your water heater, call the experts at 866-397-3787 or request an appointment online.

Back To Blog
Contact Us
Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning
Phone: 866-397-3787
Email: customercare@serviceexperts.com
Search Jobs at Service Experts
About Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning
Service Experts Heating and Air Conditioning was founded on the basis of providing customers with the best heating and cooling practices in the industry. Since its inception, Service Experts has been dedicated to community, providing the top of the line HVAC products and services in your area. If you want more information about your local HVAC leaders, call us at 866-397-3787 or set up an appointment with us online.
Read More
 
Search Jobs at Service Experts
 
Sign Up for Deals
Get super tips to support your effort to keep your home comfortable and additionally timely updates and offers from Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning.
Required
Required
Required Not a valid email
Subscribe
© 2019 Service Experts LLC. Service Experts and the Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning logo and design are registered or common law trademarks of Service Experts LLC. All Rights Reserved.
*Not applicable to the Advantage Program. See your signed Advantage program Agreement for full details and exclusions. 100% Satisfaction Guarantee is subject to certain restrictions and limitations as set forth in the applicable Terms and Conditions.
Expert Service for All HVAC Brands and Models
  • Lennox
  • Mitsubishi
  • Fresh-Aire UV
  • Honeywell
  • Excalibur
  • DiversiTech
  • Jobs
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Service
  • Sitemap
  • TOP