What To Expect When Installing Your Bradford White Water Heater
Heating your home’s water can be expensive, and if your water heater is more than 10 years old, it might be time to replace it. Most people don’t know this, but when their water heater starts to fail, they won’t just wake up one day without hot water. There are usually warning signs that it’s starting to wear out. This is a guide on what to expect when installing your Bradford White water heater replacement. You’ll learn about various failure points, different solutions available, the benefits of a new water heater, and more.
Why Your Water Heater Is Not Working
Reasons for Premature Water Heater Failure:
- Sediment buildup in the tank which can cause the heater to overheat and eventually break down.
- A…
Never Ignore These 5 Water Heater Problems
Water heaters endure wear and tear just like any other appliance in your home. It may take years for them to malfunction depending on the brand and the age, but they’ll break down and fail to heat your water eventually. If your water heater is on the fritz, you’ll recognize it by paying close attention to the warning signs.
Don’t Ignore These 5 Water Heater Problems
1. The water doesn’t feel as hot anymore.
You shouldn’t have to wait forever for the water to heat up to the right temperature or to take a shower with lukewarm water. These are signs that the water heater is failing. Mineral deposits in the tank or a bad heating element could be the culprits. A professional can diagnose the problem and make the necessary repairs to…
Getting to Know Your Water Heater Components
Like many appliances in your home, you may not realize how much you rely upon your water heater until it stops working. Problems with your water heater range from very minor and easy to fix, to costly repairs or replacement. In some cases, you may encounter the risk of explosion. When you have no idea what is going on with your water heater, you cannot easily determine possible causes. That makes small issues likely to slip under the radar, and costs you more in repairs when you hire a plumber. By understanding the various components and functions of your water heater, you can prolong its lifespan, improve its efficiency and save yourself a lot of money.
Water Heater Components:
- Hot Water Outlet: Your hot water heater tank heats your water, but it…
Finding the Right Water Heater to Fit Your Household
Every household has different needs dependent on the people that live there. One thing all homes have in common is finding the right fit for your water heater. In order to discover what will suit your family best there are a few things to keep in mind.
Firstly, the Water Heater Capacity, secondly, the First Hour Rating, and lastly, your Personal Peak water demand.
WATER HEATER CAPACITY PER PERSON
The water heater capacity for one person is recommended to be 10-15 gallons per person.
For family’s it is recommended:
- Two people: 30-40 gallons
- Three people: 40-50 gallons
- Four people: 50-60 gallons
- Five people: 60-80 gallons
While choosing a water heater, it is also important to keep in mind your family and how it functions. Do people in your household take long showers? What hours of the day do…
Why Water Heaters Matter in Southern California
There’s a lot that goes into home maintenance, especially in sunny, idyllic Southern California homes. And in the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it’s very easy to overlook the common water heater as an important asset to your home. An improperly functioning water heater can seriously damage your home’s comfort and even its structural integrity. The easiest way to keep something to the forefront of your mind is to remind yourself why they’re important in the first place.
Comfort:
You need hot water. Just a simple fact of modern living. Temperature controlled water is an expected comfort of a modern SoCal home. From hot showers to warm soap to washing your hands, to even physically heating your home in some aspects, hot water does it all. So when you’re out of hot water, you need…
Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Water Heater
All good things must come to an end; the same applies to your water heater. A well-maintained water heater will serve you well for about a decade, give or take a year on either end of that. But when your heater starts to give out, there are some tell-tale signs that you should have the professionals on speed dial.
Spotty Instances of Hot Water
As heaters get older, even if they are well maintained, they do eventually slip in functionality. The most obvious sign your water heater is on the way out is that you aren’t getting hot water. As it slows down with old age, your heater will have trouble heating up the water. If your water’s cold, it’s probably time to call in a replacement.
Rust in your Water
Anode rods are…
Why Don’t I Have Hot Water?
A dreaded question that few consider the answer to until they find themselves high and dry: literally. There are a few common reasons why people find themselves without hot water and, if you are sure you’re up to date on your bills, most of them have to do with your water heater. Here are some common reasons your water heater isn’t working and some quick ways to help resolve your issue.
No Hot Water
If you have no hot water whatsoever, that’s cause for some alarm. After all, your water heater’s one and only function is to provide you with hot water. Before you call up a professional, the first thing you’ll want to do is check the pilot light. You can typically locate the light at the base of the water heater. If the light…
When Is The Right Time To Call an Expert?
Let’s face it — working on something on your own, saving the money, and stepping back to be able to say you were the one who solved an issue is a great feeling. In fact, it can be something many home and business owners consider as a right of passage to being a true homeowner. However in the case of many major appliances, specifically your water heater, it might be worth it to call an expert to have the job handled when appropriate. Below are a few times to consider calling an expert, rather than pulling out your own set of tools for the job.
Leaking Water
If leaking water is present in your home near the water heater, it’s not ideal to figure out how to jerry rig something together and stop the water flow temporarily — unless you…
Why A Noritz Tankless Water Heater Is Right For Your California Home
With rising energy costs, growing families, and on-demand efficiency becoming prevalent in today’s world, the last thing you need is to be spending more money. But what happens when your existing water heater isn’t delivering the hot water you need anymore? What happens when it breaks altogether? As a homeowner, you need to start exploring options. In this blog, we break down 5 reasons why a Noritz tankless water heater is right for your California home.
Energy Efficiency
Water heaters with a tank store hot water. This means they constantly have to run to ensure you have hot water. This can drive your energy bill up, especially if you aren’t using hot water frequently or if your water heater is in a cooler space. Tankless water heaters heat up water on demand, so you’re…
Is My Water Heater Due For Replacement?
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…
