Water heaters – New Installations, replacement and repair
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The traditional or conventional water heaters (known as storage or tank water heaters)
are the most popular type used in households in the US. They can work on electricity or
gas, but both types consist of container that keeps the water hot and ready for later use. And here
comes the advantage of the tank water heaters over the tankless ones – they tend to provide hot water with
less temperature fluctuations while using energy at a relatively slow rate.
How to select a new Water Heater
Along with the fuel type (gas, electric or solar) and the model (vertical or horizontal), you should keep in mind
two more factors when choosing your new water heater:
Cost – The initial expenses for a new water heater are smaller than the ones
for the tankless models. However, it is well known that the least expensive models can be the most expensive to
operate. To keep your utility bills reduced in the future, we recommend the high-efficient,
energy saving water heaters. Always check the EF (Energy Factor) rating. For the gas water
heaters it would be typically between 0.50 and 0.60 while for some of the newer models it can reach 0.80.
Capacity –The larger tanks are cost efficient, but you
don’t have to pay for hot water that you won’t use. The experienced technicians
from Carolina Plumbing Pros can perform a test for the water capacity your household needs and
recommend the best solution. The typical sizes for household use range from 20 to 100
gallons.
Water Heater Repairs
Warning: Nowadays you can find many Do-It-Yourself
instructions on how to repair a water heater. Before you decide to try one of those, ask yourself if would trust
a technician, “educated” from a 2 minute long video instruction. Carolina Plumbing Pros
advice: Do not try to perform any repairs unless you are a licensed and qualified
specialist! Every diagnostic or repair requires special equipment and technical skills on which
your safety depends.
Consult with your local plumbing company if one of the following situations occurs:
- No hot water at all or the water is not hot enough
- The water is too hot or steam comes out of the faucet
- The water has rusty color
- The water has strange odor
- The water heater is leaking
- The tank is making strange noises
While some of the problems seem easy to diagnose and to fix, they may indicate serious
issues that can’t be neglected. The discoloration of the water can be caused by iron,
copper, other minerals or simply a rusted inner part of the old hot water heater tank itself. The smelly
water is typically caused by high concentration of sulfates. The noises from the water
heater tank can be caused by expanding and contracting metal parts, by a buildup of scale on the
heating elements or sediments at the bottom. The boiling sounds are indication of overheating
and dangerous pressure increase. In that case you should call a professional immediately.
Water Heater Maintenance
The regular maintenance and inspections of the hot water heater will not only ensure your safety, but will keep
your bills at the same level and extend the unit’s life. Without that the sediment buildups can be a
reason for the water heater to underperform or become damaged. Every water heater issue can cost less if
detected early.
The licensed technicians from Carolina Plumbing Pros are specially trained to install or repair all kinds of gas, electric and
solar water heaters. Backed by 25 years of experience, we guarantee your safety by providing
the best local water heater service at a reasonable
price.
See also: Tankless Water Heaters – New Installations, Repair and Replacement