FAQs

Your money is important — and it’s more valuable than you might think! Similar to your own finances, your home falls into that category as well, and every move you decide to make pertaining to your future has some sort of effect in the end. So when it comes to choosing the right person to work on your home, install something, or even provide you with excellent customer service. For water heaters and the service revolving around it in the Southern California area, Payless Water Heaters is your go-to.

History

There’s a lot to say about a company that’s been around, and has the experience to show for it. We’ve proudly been serving homes and businesses in California for some time now, and we’ve seen it all! Our tenure and qualifications have afforded us the ability to work on both…

When making a sizable purchase for your home, it’s pretty standard to ask yourself and the company you’re buying the item from a few questions. When the health of, let’s say your home’s hot water is at stake, a number of those questions should be at the forefront of your purchase, and the person you’re buying from should certainly have the answers! In terms of a hot water heater, a common question that many people have usually involves how long it will last. And while there’s a range to use as a rule of thumb, generally there are other factors that go with the longevity predictions.

Maintenance

If you’re a set it and forget it type, there’s a good chance that something simple like your water heater won’t last as long as it theoretically could. Because these appliances are constantly…

Winter has arrived, and there’s nothing that can warm your chilled bones quite like a hot shower. But what if your water heater stops working in the middle of winter? How will you know which water heater is right for your needs? Here are some things to consider, so you can make the right choice.

Why the Right Water Heater Matters

• Poor efficiency and higher utility bills: Don’t always choose the least expensive option. When you find a water heater with a low initial cost, that doesn’t mean you are going to save money. In the long run, that cheaper water heater could result in higher energy costs. Check the efficiency rating of the water heater that interests you, so you can save money down the line with lower utility bills.

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Most households use hot water daily, whether it’s for personal hygiene or completing chores like washing dishes or clothes. Beyond those basic necessities, it’s also wonderful to indulge in a long, hot shower or a relaxing soak in the tub every so often. However, every one of these activities requires your water heater to use energy, and the more hot water you use, the higher you can expect your gas or electric bill to be at the end of the month.

The good news is that there are a few ways to increase your water heater’s energy efficiency so that you can enjoy hot water with less of an impact on your wallet and the environment. That’s a win-win!

HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR WATER HEATER’S EFFICIENCY

Insulate your hot water pipes.

Every day, millions of households waste water and energy…

A water heater is among your home’s most essential components. Whether you’re taking a shower or washing dishes, you need a steady supply of clean, hot water. Unfortunately, this essential appliance can fall victim to the effects of corrosion, making it necessary to get a repair or even a water heater replacement.

What Is Corrosion?

Corrosion is essentially the chemical reaction between water, oxygen, and a metal surface. This oxidation can quickly wear down an appliance. Fortunately, water heaters have unique design features that help prevent and minimize corrosion.

Why Do Water Heaters Develop Corrosion?

Typically, water heaters only start to experience corrosion after many years of use. The tank’s steel liner is protected by glass, which helps prevent a buildup of rust. As the unit starts to age, small cracks in the glass can develop. Corrosion is then more likely…

When you conserve water at home, it lowers your utility bill, and it also helps out your community and the world. Even though 71 percent of our planet is covered in water, less than 1 percent of that is available for human use! Though reducing your water usage may be important to you, you might also be unsure of what actually works, what doesn’t, and what will be realistic for your lifestyle. That’s why we’ve put together this list of practical water-saving tips below.

Even implementing just a few of these tips will help you lower your water bill and conserve one of our planet’s most precious resources.

1. Add an aerator to your sink faucets.

A lot of water can go down the drain while you spend 20 seconds or more properly washing your hands. An aerator goes right into…

In gauging the amount of hot water that your home or business needs, it might occur to you that one day, the amount of hot water produced by your water heater simply isn’t enough. And while that might sound like a small issue for some, it can be rather annoying when there’s a large demand for hot water without the resources to actually provide for it. Below are a few things to keep in mind when considering if a second hot water heater is for you or not.

Why Do You Think You Need It?

There’s a difference in thinking you need something and actually having a need for it. In many cases, people tend to believe that another hot water is the answer if their current one is small, and a larger replacement is a little out of budget.…

When choosing the right appliance for your home, many owners tend to eventually break down their choices between two different and best suiting options. Of course, this decision is based on a number of factors. What is best for my home? What operates at the lowest cost? Is this powerful enough for my home? The list, while seemingly going on and on, comes down to two major options when it comes to a water heater — tankless vs traditional. So in the eyes of the consumer picking one for their home, what’s best, and what differences can be seen between both?

Tankless

The California area has certainly been subject to its fair share of droughts throughout the years — and because of that, tankless water heaters have risen in popularity! For larger properties and for those looking to conserve water,…

As a home or business owner, it’s important to know when the investments you make are due for a refresh, replacement, or simple maintenance to keep them working as they should. For most, this notion usually applies only after something has seemingly gone very wrong, and an emergency service is needed. With a bit of planning however, there are a number of ways to tell if you should be considering a replacement for your appliance, or something similar. When it comes to your water heater, there are a few things to consider, a few things to look out for, and a number of factors involved in the process. See below and determine if you’re up for a water heater replacement in the near future.

Performance Benchmarks

It’s easy to continue looking at how your hot water has been operating at…

Preserving your home and its components are integral parts of being an actual homeowner — and while it may seem as if certain areas and appliances can go a few extra days or weeks without a second look when something seems off, your water heater is an extremely important factor to never take advantage of. Without a properly functioning water heater, your home (or even business) may sustain unwanted costs, damage, and other issues associated with the unit itself. It’s for these reasons (and more) that the importance of a quality water heater install becomes a necessity, and we’ve got a few reasons below.

Reducing Home Damage

The last thing a new or existing homeowner wants to come home to is water damage due to a faulty or poor installation. Not only does this drive up costs for the entire…