Testing Water Heater Performance
It’s easy to think of the appliances in your home as something similar to a “set it and forget it” piece of machinery — and in very few cases, you might be right! However when it comes to your water heater, “set it and forget it” should never be something to live by. Just like many other things, your water heater needs attention in order to confirm it’s working as it should, and testing performance is a great place to start and determine how it’s working. See a few ways you can test the performance below!
No Power
In the case of an electric water heater, it needs power to efficiently heat water and send it over to your shower, faucets, and other appliances that use the water. However when there’s no power, the lack of hot water can be…
Calculating Your Way to the Right Water Heater
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.
…
Common Reasons Why Your Water Heater Stopped Working
Has your water heater stopped working? Your water heater can last you a long while with proper maintenance. But problems do happen and nothing lasts forever. Eventually, your water heater will buckle and stop working. In a perfect world, it will be under the weight of its years, but there are a host of reasons as to why your water heater could fail on you.
Leaks
Unsurprisingly, a leaky heater is a heater that’s not long for this world. Leaks can and will wreak havoc on your ability to sustain hot water in your home. What’s more is that the leaked water is liable to damage the area surrounding the water heater. Any homeowner will tell you that water damage is no laughing matter and should be treated as seriously as possible. As such, a leaky…
Everything you Need to Know about Commercial Water Heaters in Valencia
Perhaps even more important than a residential water heater is the commercial water heater. Where a residential heater warms a home, commercial water heaters in Valencia power any business you can think of. Everyone needs hot water, but some businesses like hotels and restaurants would be absolutely crippled without it. Some businesses like hotels and restaurants need commercial water to function properly. Here’s what you need to know about commercial water heaters to ensure your business never gets the cold shoulder.
Tankless Vs Tank
No matter where you’re installing a water heater the “tank or tankless” question is bound to come up. Tank systems are very easy to install and their natural gas powered frames are more cost-efficient than their electrical counterparts.
For a commercial business, a tankless heater may be the best option,…
Tankless vs Traditional: What’s The Difference?
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,…
Can I Just Handle the Water Heater Repairs on My Own?
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.
Why Your Water Heater Installation Matters
Keeping your home in working condition is one of the responsibilities incumbent on being a homeowner. It’s a complicated ecosystem of plumbing and HVAC lines that needs to stay in tip-top shape in order to perform up to your standards. Your hot water heater is an invaluable part of that ecosystem, and without the hot water it provides, your home becomes a little less comfortable, a little less inviting, and a little less home-y to yourself and any guests you may entertain. As such, its installation, and making sure that process is done professionally and correctly, is of the utmost importance.
In the interest of clearing the air, we’ve narrowed down the four most wide-spread misconceptions about water heaters. Time to set the record straight.
- Eliminating Home Damages The last thing you want to see is water…
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…
What Is a Water Heater Anode Rod?
Given that a tank-style heater stores water for future use, you might wonder what keeps it from corroding while water sits in it. After all, most people have experienced how water or air interact with metal to create rust and other corrosion products.
Though you might never have seen it, your water heater contains a critical component that prevents it from corroding: a “sacrificial” anode rod. Without this piece correctly functioning, your hot water quality would suffer, and your water heater would not last nearly as long.
The Anatomy of an Anode Rod
An anode rod looks like a metal stick. It has a steel wire core that’s surrounded by “less noble” metals–metals that tend to corrode relatively quickly in water (usually magnesium, aluminum, or zinc).
How They Work
An anode rod extends the life of a water heater by…
Do I Need More Than One Water Heater?
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.…
