Four Reasons it Might Be Time to Say Goodbye to Your Water Heater
If your water heater is taking up an entire room yet still does not keep you warm every time you take a shower, it is likely time to replace it. This can be easy to determine, but in some cases, it is less clear. Check out these four reasons that it might be time to invest in a new water heater and then contact The Stanley Louis Company at 800-217-6527 if you need assistance.
- It is Very Old You will find that most residential water heaters have a warranty that says they will last for anywhere from six to twelve years. Note that this does not mean that your water heater will only last for this period, but it does mean that if the warranty time has expired, then it is more likely to break down. If you have an old home with an old water heater, it might be time to replace it. Generally, if it is 15+ years old, even if it still works, it might not be providing the efficient hot water it could.
- It Needs Constant Repairs If you have had to call the hot water heater repair company more than once in the last year then it might be time to replace your water heater. Unfortunately, sometimes a person sinks money into repairs and then is hesitant to spend more money six months later to repair the unit. However, once you start repairing it multiple times per year, there is a good chance it has come to its natural end.
- It’s Making Strange Noises If you have noticed that your water heater is making noises that it did not use to make, then this is a sign you should take note of. In a normal situation, you might hear a humming. This is from the heating element doing its job. If you hear loud clangs, cracks, or pops, then it could be that your heating element is damaged.
- You Notice Rust One of the most obvious signs that your water heater is in great need of replacement is the presence of rust in the water that comes out of it. Older water heaters do collect rust over their lifetime. However, if it is getting into your hot water supply, then the issue has gone past repairs and it is time to have it replaced with a newer, more efficient water heater.
