Rowlett Water Heater Maintenance
We all rely on hot water, whether for a comfortable shower or to do the laundry and other necessary tasks. Regular maintenance can help extend the life of your water heater and enhance its performance. Our professional water heater maintenance program is designed to proactively stop damage or at least catch it in the earliest stages, reducing costs and inconveniences.
Common Water Heater Problems and How Maintenance Can Help
Water heaters can be run by gas or electricity and come in a modern tankless form. Each type of water heater has different potential issues, and there are several ways that regular professional inspection can help pre-empt them and reduce the chances of more expensive repairs becoming necessary.
Gas Water Heater Maintenance
Gas water heaters are popular for their efficiency and quick recovery times, but they are not without challenges. One common problem is pilot light failure, which can be caused by a faulty thermocouple or air drafts. Routine maintenance includes checking these components to make sure they are functioning correctly.
Another issue is sediment buildup in the tank, which can reduce heating efficiency and cause noises such as popping or banging. Our maintenance work involves flushing the tank to remove sediment, thus facilitating efficient operation, and reducing the risk of tank damage.
Moreover, regular inspections can detect gas leaks or improper venting, both serious safety hazards that need immediate attention. By having our technicians regularly inspect your gas water heater, you safeguard against these risks and keep your system running smoothly.
Electric Water Heater Maintenance
Electric water heaters, while generally reliable, can experience problems like heating element failure. These elements can burn out, especially if sediment accumulates around them. Routine maintenance involves checking and replacing these elements before they fail, and verifying consistent water temperature.
Thermostat issues are also common, where incorrect settings or malfunctions can lead to water that's either too hot or not hot enough. During maintenance, our professionals will calibrate your thermostats and see that they are set for optimal performance.
Additionally, electrical connections can become loose or corroded, turning into a potential fire hazard. Regular inspections help identify and rectify these issues, keeping your water heater operating safely and efficiently.
Tankless Water Heater Maintenance
Tankless water heaters are valued for their energy efficiency and ability to provide on-demand hot water, but they can also encounter issues, primarily due to mineral buildup. This buildup can clog the system, reduce efficiency, and damage the heat exchanger. Routine descaling and flushing are important maintenance tasks that aim to prevent these problems and keep your tankless system in peak condition.
Another common issue with tankless heaters is inadequate flow rate, which can result from blocked sensors or filters. Maintenance involves cleaning these components to enable proper water flow and consistent temperature.
Furthermore, routine checks can review whether the venting system is clear and functioning correctly. This serves to prevent dangerous carbon monoxide buildup and protect the safety of you, your family, or your employees.
Call us at (888) 904-4239 for water heater services near you.
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The Importance of Seasonal Water Heater Maintenance
Weather changes can significantly impact your water heater's performance, making seasonal maintenance important for optimal efficiency. As temperatures fluctuate, the demands on your water heater can increase, particularly during colder months when hot water usage typically rises. Adjusting maintenance routines to accommodate these changes helps your system to handle varying demands.
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The water heater maintenance team in our Rowlett office is proud to have deep roots right here in the DFW Metroplex. Our founder brings the values that were learned in the military—hard work, promptness, and dependability. We bring a disciplined approach and high standards with us every time we go out on the job. We’re honored by the good reviews our previous customers have given us, and we would be no less honored by the chance to serve you.
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What’s the Difference Between Conventional and Tankless Water Heaters?
Conventional water heaters are defined by their signature tanks. These tanks are used to pre-heat and maintain a ready-to-go supply of hot water. This means that they can provide hot water immediately whenever it’s needed, but it also means that that reservoir can run out, leaving you without heated water.
Tankless hot water heaters, as the name implies, lack a tank, and thus cannot maintain a reservoir of pre-heated water. Instead, they use heat transfer technology to heat water as it moves through your pipes. While it takes a bit longer for tankless water heaters to heat water and deliver it to your appliances and fixtures, once your water is hot, it will stay hot as long as you need it to — there’s no limited supply that you have to worry about exhausting.
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Do I Need a Specialized Technician to Service My Commercial Water Heater?
Commercial water heaters can come in either tank or tankless varieties but are almost always designed to operate at a much larger scale. Depending on the type of commercial property they service, commercial water heaters may need to provide water to specialized equipment or enough fixtures to stock multiple homes or offices.
If commercial hot water heaters are just larger versions of their residential counterparts, can they be serviced by the same technicians? We wouldn’t recommend it. These water heaters are often hooked up to intricate and specialized plumbing systems that require experience to navigate. Plus, with their large size, commercial water heaters require extra skills to handle and clean thoroughly. We recommend that you always get your commercial water heater services from a team with experience working with these specialized pieces of equipment.
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Why Do I Keep Running Out of Hot Water?
If your water turns cold or lukewarm in the middle of your task, or if you experience flashes of cold water in your hot shower, you may be wondering what the cause of the issue is. The most likely explanation is that you’re using hot water faster than your water heater can generate it. This can happen if you’re using multiple appliances and fixtures at once, and it’s especially likely if your water heater is malfunctioning or worn down.
So what kinds of issues can cause you to run out of hot water faster than usual? First, there’s your heat source. In a conventional water heater, this is probably your pilot light, while in a tankless water heater, this would be your heat exchanger. If your heat source is faulty, it’s harder for your unit to heat water. Another likely culprit is sediment buildup in a conventional water heater, which takes up valuable space in your tank and can even clog up your pipes and affect your water pressure.
At the end of the day, there are a lot of issues that can cause you to run out of hot water faster and more frequently, and not all of them are things you can diagnose and resolve on your own. If running out of hot water has become a common problem, call our hot water heater specialists to get your unit fixed.