Learn the Essentials of Water Heaters
When the new school year comes around, it's time for most children to start learning again. This is an opportunity for many adults to brush up on educational basics in their own home. And learning about how water heaters work is a great place to start! Many homeowners might think that caring for their water heater isn't important since they can just call a professional in case of trouble. Still, before hiring anyone or waiting until something goes wrong, it'd be good to read these water heater essentials.
Know the Water Heater Type
Tankless water heaters are the next most common type. These appliances are efficient in that they don't have to heat water continually in a storage tank. Instead, they heat water very quickly when it's needed at a plumbing fixture. Tankless water heaters also use gas or electricity, with gas being slightly more efficient. Of course, there are also solar-powered water heaters and heat pump water heaters, although these aren't as common as the other ones.
Proper Ways to Maintain a Water heater
No matter what kind of water heater the home uses, it's important to perform basic maintenance on the appliance. Once a year, homeowners should do three things for conventional water heaters. The first is draining and flushing the tank when sediment buildup has occurred. The second is inspecting and testing the temperature relief valve. The third maintenance task is inspecting the anode rod to see if it needs to be replaced.
Those with tankless water heaters can also benefit from annual maintenance. One should flush these systems once a year. The water and air filters should be cleaned and checked, as well. Most of these maintenance tasks can be done by the homeowners themselves, provided they have the manual for the water heater to assist them. Anything more involved should be done by a professional plumber.
Signs a Water Heater Needs Repair
While homeowners can perform most maintenance tasks on their water heater, repairs are a different story. Some common telltale signs that something is wrong with the appliance can inform homeowners something is wrong with their water heater. One common sign is fluctuations in water temperature. Another is the low water pressure in hot water but not cold. And any strange sounds, like squealing, rumbling, or banging coming from the water heater indicate something's wrong.
When the hot water becomes discolored, smells strange, or is hotter than usual, it may be time to call a plumbing repair company. Luckily, when water heaters are properly maintained, they don't often break down unexpectedly. Small issues may occur, but these can be easily and often cheaply fixed by a plumber.
About Daniels Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning, LLC
Daniels Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning, LLC has been proud to serve Albuquerque, NM, since 2010. Their techs are always friendly, knowledgeable, and punctual. They offer excellent workmanship backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Contact them to learn more about water heater service.
