Know When Your Plumbing Job Is Outside of Your Skill Set!

We have all been there—getting into the shower only to realize there’s no hot water.  For most of us, water heaters are easy to ignore until suddenly we are forced to take cold showers, and unfortunately, it’s too late by then.

To avoid costly repairs, it is important to have regular maintenance checkups scheduled. Regular checkups will not only make your water heater work better but will also extend its life.

Water Heaters – Common Issues

There are a number of issues that may impede the proper functioning of water heaters. Some of these are as follows:

• Sedimentation – Often water heaters build sediments that may cause damage to the tank. It will be necessary get the tank drained in order to remove these sediments completely. To be certain there are not other potential issues, your best option might be to contact a professional.
• Rust – If you notice metal particles or find that there’s rust in your tank’s water, contact a professional without wasting any time. These may indicate that there is a problem with the anode rod, and you might need to get the rod changed. To retard corrosion inside the tank, don’t wait till the anode rod fails altogether to replace it; this may also extend the life of your water heater.
• Corrosion – If there is corrosion in the water heater lining, your water heating unit may start leaking. Moreover, if the drain pan located under your water heating unit has completed its life or was installed incorrectly, it may cause damage to your floors, walls, or ceilings depending on its location within the house.

The Million Dollar Question: Repair or Replace?

When faced with issues involving your water heating unit, how do you know if the unit needs to be repaired or replaced? The answer is fairly simple. If repair costs  exceed the total cost of replacing your water heating unit, it would be a better option to get it replaced instead of spending money on repairs.

Contact a Professional Plumbing Contractor for Your Plumbing Jobs

One of the best things about working with a respected professional local contractor is that he will take complete responsibility for his work. Just be sure to find out what kind of guarantee he offers.  An ethical contractor will stand behind his company’s work, and he will serve you until you are completely satisfied and the value is delivered.