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Many homeowners spend unnecessarily by not scheduling service for their water heaters until there’s a problem. At Pipe Surgeon Plumbing, we recommend preventative water heater service in Georgetown, KY.
You should also schedule a proactive repair at the earliest sign of a problem. A fast repair will prevent the problem from worsening and becoming a lot more expensive to fix, and you can count on our team for a job done right.
Homeowners should schedule preventative service for their water heater at least once a year. The best time to schedule depends on the home and household, but it’s usually either the fall or the spring. Flushing the tank will remove all the sediment that can build up over time. Left alone, that sediment will undermine the tank and other water heater components. Routine service is also an opportunity to check the anode rod and replace it if needed. Water heaters will generally need anode rod replacement every three to five years.
Even with regular maintenance, we recommend monitoring for performance issues. Modern water heaters are very efficient, but can lose that efficiency due to malfunctions. That’s the reason heightened energy consumption is often an early sign of a problem. Track your electricity or fuel usage month to month and year to year. If your usage is suddenly a lot higher, you know to call us to perform diagnostics.
Modern water heaters are also virtually silent, and noises may indicate a problem. One of the most common is tea kettling. This is where a water heater sounds like a tea kettle heating water. It suggests that pressure in the tank is too high, either due to limescale or another reason. Sediment in the tank can also cause noises like popping, rumbling, and screeching.
Low hot water pressure is a sign of a problem as well. A pressure relief valve is a part that can wear out and cause water pressure fluctuations. If you consistently experience low hot water pressure, it generally indicates a clog. There may be scale buildup in the tubes. This buildup can eventually get bad enough that it affects your cold water, too.
Pipe Surgeon Plumbing is a plumbing company that’s served Georgetown and the neighboring communities for over two decades. Our plumbers service all water heater brands using premium parts and materials. We’re also available around the clock for emergency services.
Pipe Surgeon Plumbing is the top choice for professional water heater service in Georgetown. To schedule an appointment, call today or book online.
Yes. Many water heater problems start gradually and are easy to miss at first. A unit can still deliver hot water while losing efficiency, building up sediment, or developing wear that may lead to more expensive repairs later.
Yes. The page notes that a sudden increase in electricity or fuel usage can be an early sign of a water heater problem. Even if hot water is still available, reduced efficiency may mean the system is working harder than it should.
Yes. The page explains that flushing removes sediment that builds up over time. If left in the tank, that sediment can affect performance and contribute to wear on the tank and other components.
Most homeowners should schedule water heater maintenance at least once a year. The page recommends annual preventative service and notes that fall or spring is usually the best time, depending on the home and household.
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