{"id":1065,"date":"2025-02-24T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-24T18:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.picturerockscooling.com\/blog\/?p=1065"},"modified":"2025-02-21T15:34:56","modified_gmt":"2025-02-21T22:34:56","slug":"6-clues-that-your-water-heater-needs-repair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.picturerockscooling.com\/blog\/water-heater-service\/6-clues-that-your-water-heater-needs-repair\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Clues that Your Water Heater Needs Repair"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Don\u2019t wait until you end up in a cold shower when you\u2019re in a rush to get to work one morning! Pay attention to the signals your water heater gives you. Get it the service it needs before it has a complete breakdown. Here are the top clues that your water heater needs repair<\/a>. When you notice any of these, it\u2019s time for help from a qualified plumber!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1: Funny Noises<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Pay attention to your water heater when you know it\u2019s working well. The best time for this is right after routine maintenance \u2014 yes, water heaters should receive regular maintenance to stay in good condition. Listen to the sounds of a contented and properly-performing water heater. There won\u2019t be much noise! If you hear anything else, that\u2019s your sign to call a plumber.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The most common water heater noise is a burbling, boiling sound. Chances are, it\u2019s not because the water is too hot and boiling rapidly like a pot on the stove. No, it\u2019s probably pockets of hot water getting caught under layers of sediment and then percolating through. Remember that maintenance we mentioned? That includes flushing out sediment! Schedule an appointment now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2: Funny Odors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your hot water should not smell noticeably of anything at all. If it does, it\u2019s possible that you\u2019ve got some interesting bacteria growing in your tank. The anode rod is a component that helps to make the environment in there hostile to bacteria, but it does need to be replaced from time to time. Chances are, all you need is a new anode rod and a flushed-out tank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3: Discolored Water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This could be from bacteria, but could also be caused by rust. The anode rod also helps prevent rusting and may need to be replaced, but if there\u2019s significant rust inside the tank, it\u2019s only a matter of time before it loses structural integrity and springs a leak. In that case, you\u2019ll need to start planning water heater replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4: Leaks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s a valve on your water heater that helps to regulate the pressure inside the system. On occasion, some water will spit or drip from the valve. But if you\u2019ve got water coming from other places, or a significant puddle of water from anywhere at all, you need a plumber. With luck, you just need some connections tightened.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5: Low Water Pressure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In addition to sediment, mineral scaling builds up over time in places that water flows through. This can narrow the water lines coming from your water heater and going to your fixtures. Again, a thorough professional flushing with a solution that dissolves those minerals is the answer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6: Low Water Temperature<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve got some warmth, but your water isn\u2019t properly hot, it may be that one heating element has failed. Most water heaters have more than one, so you won\u2019t end up with completely cold water. This element can be repaired or replaced by a qualified plumber.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep yourself warm in the shower by taking good care of your water heater, scheduling routine maintenance, and getting water heater repair in Tucson, AZ<\/a> as soon as you notice any sign of a problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact Picture Rocks Cooling, Heating & Plumbing today with any questions or to <\/strong>schedule an appointment<\/strong><\/a> with our professionals.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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