FAQs

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,…

If you are experiencing an emergency, do not hesitate to reach out to our expert technicians immediately. We offer emergency services around the clock. If this is not an emergency and you are looking to schedule an appointment, either fill out the form at the bottom of this page or contact our team by calling (888) 548-5632 today. Our main goal is to ensure your water heater is up-and running as soon as possible.

When your water heater stops working, it is vital that you reach out to a professional who possesses the in-depth knowledge and extensive experience necessary to get the job done right the first time. If you attempt to handle repairs or water heater installations on your own, you may injure yourself or worsen the condition of your water heater.

If you have noticed any of the following signs, your water heater may be damaged: rust and debris in your hot water, banging and rumbling when the unit is on, or a puddle of water in the collection pan. Contact our team today to schedule a service. We can offer you the swift services that you deserve at the price that you can afford.

Tankless water heaters have seen a huge boom in popularity in recent years, due in no small part to their energy efficiency, cost-effectiveness, longevity, and accommodating size. It’s really not all too surprising that such a useful piece of hardware is enjoying wide-spread popularity. What is surprising, however, is how many folks out there are confused about just how tankless water heaters work.  Being that a tankless water heater can be a very pricey piece of hardware, it is imperative that homeowners are as aware as possible of their system and how it functions.

In the interest of clearing the air, we’ve narrowed down the four most widespread misconceptions about water heaters. Time to set the record straight.

1. Switching To And From Tankless Is a Simple Process If only this one were true. The reality is that…

In our experience, there’s never a good time to see your water heater stop working. It’s such a core part of what makes your home comfortable that losing it even for a few hours can be a massive problem. While you can always call us at Payless to fix any and all issues with your system, we think transparency is important and want you to know exactly what’s wrong with your water heater.  We’ve looked at our records and narrowed down some of the most common reasons water heater stop working.

1. Poor Installation: Just like a carpenter needs the right tools for the right job you water heater system needs to be properly fitted to your home and your needs. Often, new homeowners find that the previous owners did a slipshod job of installing the water heater. Maybe you…

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…

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…

Have you ever wondered why there’s never enough hot water in your house? Before blaming the person taking long showers, it’s important to know that a shortage can stem from several common causes.

In this guide, the expert technicians at Payless Water Heaters, proudly serving homes across California, explain five common reasons you might be running out of hot water – from an undersized unit to an aging home water heater system – and share simple solutions to help you restore a reliable hot water supply.

Wrong-Sized Water Heater

Unfortunately, a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work well for water heaters. You need a unit that suits the specific dimensions of your home. For example, a heater that’s too small often results in an insufficient supply of hot water. This is especially true when…

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…