The hot water heater in your home is one of the most important pieces of equipment you own. This device supplies hot water, enabling you to bathe, wash clothes, and so much more, all without spending endless amounts of time warming the water the old-fashioned way.
A mound of problems could develop with your hot water heater, however, leaving you without the hot water you need. Take a look at some of the most common problems experienced with water heaters in Rockville. Some of these problems can quickly be addressed with a bit of DIY work, but others require the service of a professional technician or plumber to remedy.
A pilot light going out is one of the most common hot water heater problems experienced in Rockville homes that have gas water heaters. This common issue is easy to correct, with just a couple of minutes of time necessary.
The pilot light is a flame that can easily be seen at the bottom of the device. If this flame is not present it is time to re-light it and solve your problem. You’ll need to carefully light the pilot. Some people do prefer to let a professional help with this.
For people in Rockville with electric water heaters that have stopped working, check the power breaker first. A tripped breaker means there is no electricity for the water heater to use, not a problem with the hot water heater. If the breaker has tripped, simply reset it.
If you’ve checked the power source and you still have not enough hot water, you may need to adjust the temperature of your water heater. If you take a shower and the water turns cold before you’re finished, or if the water isn’t as hot as you would like it to be, simply adjust the temperature on the unit.
If increasing the temperature does not solve the hot water issue it could be time to replace the thermostat. A thermostat in need of replacement is a job best left to the professionals. To determine if you are in need of a new thermostat, take a thermometer and place under running hot tap water. If the temperature is not within five degrees of the thermostat temperature, it is safe to say that the thermostat is the culprit.
The above listed problems are some of the most common that Rockville residents experience with their water heaters, however this is not a complete list of problems. More complex problems include sediment build-up, broken water heaters, or even water that smells. Call a plumber right away if you experience one of these problems.
Water heaters are a cinch to repair when you call the pros at Acker & Sons Inc, your trusted Rockville plumbing company.
