10 mistakes that can cause water heater failure

Water heaters are a key part of modern appliances, but it's easy for water heater repair to slip low on the priority list. This can be a costly mistake. Neglecting water heater problems doesn't just increase energy bills – it could lead to water damage and other issues that will cost much more money in water heater replacement or water damage cleanup and restoration. A water heater that works well and uses natural gas is actually pretty energy efficient, and it can help you save on water heating costs over time as well. Water heaters that work without problems for many years usually do so because they receive proper maintenance and upkeep. In order to maintain water heater efficiency, water heater repair should be performed annually.

The water heater anode rod is replaced with a new one to help prevent water heater failure. The water heater anode rod attracts minerals in the water which can make it corrode, rust or cause water pipes to clog up. It's best to have your plumber install a replacement water heater anode rod before water heater repair is required.

Water heater repair is not the most complex job in the world, but it can still be pretty annoying when you've got water leaking all over your floor. It's even worse if water is spraying everywhere because what you're probably facing is water heater failure . The possibility of water heater failure increases if there are any mistakes present with water heating equipment.

Here are 10 mistakes that can cause water heater failure. It's always recommended to be careful with water heating equipment, because water is dangerous if water gets inside your body, so it's important to remember these tips.

1. The problem is not with the water heater itself but rather with water lines or valves that are connected to the water heater.

2. If water is leaking, water can spray around the water heater, so be careful. Before you do any water heating repairs , it would be wise to turn off the water supply to the water heater first and drain the water heater completely.

3. Water coming out of valves connected to the water line usually has high temperature, so if water is leaking from the water heater, water is also very hot. If you have any doubt about water coming out of the water heater, feel free to contact a professional water heating repair service.

4. You should never forget to turn off electrical power before working with the water heater's electrical parts. It's recommended that you use a voltage tester before touching anything electric inside water heating equipment.

5. Water heater is working best if the water level inside the water heater is between minimum and maximum water lines on the water heater tank. Keep the water heater clean at all times, but don't use any chemicals to clean water lines or water tanks or water heaters, since they could damage the water heater even further.

6. Clean water filters regularly to prevent water heater failure. If the water filter is too dirty, water will not heat up, so professional water heater repair may be needed even if water lines are not leaking.

7. It's important that water coming into the water heater is clean and has the right amount of hardness because water with wrong characteristics can damage the water heater very quickly.

8. If a water heater has electric heating elements, water in water lines could be very hot even if the water heater is not connected to the power source. Before touching anything inside the water heater you should turn off the water supply and drain the water heater completely for safety reasons.

9. As mentioned before, water coming out of valves connected to the water line usually has a high temperature, so a water heater would need time to cool down before water can be used.

10. You should never use a water heater as storage for water you intend to use for other purposes like watering plants or pets, since water inside a water heater could be very hot at all times and water heater is not designed for this kind of application.

Water heating equipment is not very complicated, but water can be dangerous, so it's recommended that water heating repair is done by professionals only.

If a water heater has electric heating elements, water in water lines could be very hot even if the water heater is not connected to the power source. Before doing any water heating repairs , turn off the water supply and drain the water heater completely for safety reasons. Keep the water heater clean at all times, but don't use any chemicals to clean water lines or the water heater, since they could damage the water heater even further. It's important that water coming into the water heater is clean and has the right amount of hardness because water with wrong characteristics can damage the water heater very quickly. If a water heater has electric heating elements, water in water lines could be very hot even if the water heater is not connected to the power source. Turn off the water supply and drain the water heater completely for safety reasons before working with the water heater's electrical parts. Keep the water heater clean at all times. If you have any doubts about water coming out of the water heater, feel free to contact the water heating repair service before touching the water heater.

 

Conclusion: If you’re in the market for a new water heater and want to avoid these 10 mistakes, we can help. We provide top-quality installation and maintenance services of water heaters that will keep your hot water running smoothly year after year. For more information about our professional team of experts or what we offer at All Star Plumbing & Restoration, contact us today!