How To Tell If You Need A New Water Heater

How To Tell If You Need A New Water Heater

Even the most reliable plumbing fixtures and equipment have a limited life span. However, with a complicated item like a water heater, it may not always be obvious when you need a replacement.

Is The Pilot Light On?

No hot water equals a broken water heater, right? Fortunately for your plumbing budget, that’s not the case. Sometimes the unit just becomes unplugged, or the pilot light blows out. Check the quick fixes before you start shopping for new heaters.

Is It Old?

If you have an older water heater, there’s a good chance you need to replace it. Eight years is a respectable life span. Most water heaters have warranties that cover manufacturer’s defects, but the fact is that you’re unlikely to see failure in a new unit.

Have You Called The Pros?

Sometimes, just poking around by yourself isn’t enough to tell if the heater needs to be replaced or not. Ask a professional to come by and check it out.

Do You Have Scheduled Maintenance?

If you have kept a good upkeep regimen, then your heater should last longer than average. Any problems you’re having are probably simple, or have relatively inexpensive solutions.

If it turns out you need a water heater replacement or if you have any more questions, check out this site. A good install job and the right water heater for your usage patterns both go a long way toward making your next heater last a long time. Contact Superdrain if you need to schedule service today.