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Common Water Heater Problems

Your water heater is among the most invaluable appliances in a home. You depend on it to provide hot water throughout the house. As such, any problem with your water heater can cause a pretty big disruption. 

Although water heater problems are pretty normal, you should be able to tell when problems arise. Knowing these problems will help you become better at diagnosing them. Besides, you'll know when to call a plumber to fix the water heater. 

Here is a quick rundown of the most common water heater problems.

Water Leaks

Most homeowners have had to deal with water heater leaks at one point. Perhaps it's one of the most common problems you'll face. Most leaks tend to happen around your connections, which should tell you that they're coming apart. 

If you use incompatible metals when making connections, they'll eventually corrode and cause leaks. Sometimes the leak might be coming from the bottom, meaning you have an issue with condensation. Other causes of water leaks include old age, a loose drain valve, bad plumbing installation, or poor maintenance.

Noisy Water Heater

Water heaters are designed to be quiet when running. But they can become noisy when they develop problems. Unusual noises are more likely to happen when minerals or scale builds up on your heating elements. Strange noises can also happen if sediment builds up in the bottom of your water heater tank.  

While you can ignore some of the noises, you shouldn't ignore any boiling sounds from the water heater. Boiling sounds indicate your unit is overheating; thus, causing dangerous pressure buildup. In that case, you should inform a professional to handle the problem. 

Discolored Water

Water discoloration is another problem you might encounter. In most cases, the water changes color if your water pipes are rusty. If there is a high concentration of minerals in your water, the pipes will rust at a high rate. 

As such, you need to install a water softener in your house to get rid of the minerals. In case you notice that your water is becoming rusty or darker, ask your plumber to check the anode rods or the tank. 

No Hot Water

If your heater isn't producing hot water, there is a high chance your pilot light is off. However, if the pilot light is on and you're still not getting hot water, there might be a problem with the heating elements. Another possibility is your thermostat may have stopped working or tripped. 

Other common problems you may experience include less hot water, low water pressure, water that is is too hot, or strong water odors.


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