Prevent a Winter of Cold Showers With Water Heater Maintenance Today!
Much like any other appliance within the home, the water heater requires a certain level of attention. Without water heater maintenance, the water heater is likely to suffer through an array of problems throughout its lifetime. Professionals want homeowners to understand the importance of regular and professional water heater maintenance and the details of what happens during a maintenance appointment. Homeowners are more likely to schedule regular and professional maintenance if they know everything professionals do to ensure the system runs efficiently.
Continue reading to learn about the importance of water heater maintenance, what happens during a maintenance check, and the signs that the water heater could be in trouble.
Is Water Heater Maintenance That Important?
Here are some of the reasons water heater maintenance is so important:
- Ensures the appliance runs efficiently throughout its life and lives longer than most other water heaters
- Reduces the number of breakdowns and surprise repairs which saves the homeowner money
- Reduces energy bill because the system runs efficiently longer
- Ensures the homeowner always has hot running water in their home
Without regular professional maintenance, homeowners can't guarantee any of the above-listed benefits. Not only that but in most circumstances, if homeowners can't prove that they are up-to-date on their maintenance checks, then it is likely that their water heater warranty will void out if they need a replacement for whatever reason.
What Do Professionals Do During Water Heater Maintenance Anyway?
During the typical water heater maintenance check, the professional will first check and clean around the outside of the water heater. If there is any water pooling around the outside, this indicates a leak somewhere in the tank itself. They will also check all parts during this time to replace any small pieces that are worn down.
Perhaps the most important part of water heater maintenance is when a professional flushes the system. Flushing the system will give the professional a good visual of what the inside of the tank looks like, but it will also clean the system out, so the homeowner doesn't have to worry about mineral build-up and surprise breakdowns.
Is My Water Heater in Trouble?
Water heater maintenance is also important because it shows homeowners the exact state of the appliance. If their water heater is in trouble or showing signs of premature breakdown, water heater maintenance will prevent the breakdown from occurring, thus prolonging the appliance's life.
Here are some signs that the water heater is in trouble:
- Inconsistent water temperature
- No hot water at all
- Inconsistent water pressure
- Leaking outside the tank of the water heater
- Unusual noises coming from water heater
- Discolored water
Carmine's Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Works Hard for Their Customers
Carmine's Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning works around the clock to ensure their Danbury, CT customers always have efficient plumbing, heating, and air conditioning. They can also be reached 24/7 via live chat on their website, so homeowners don't even have to call to schedule an appointment. They are the trustworthy company homeowners count on every single day. Call now to schedule water heater maintenance!
