Is your water heater in need of replacing? Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning is here with a couple signals to look for when choosing whether it’s time to invest in a new water heating system.
Age
If your water heater gets standard maintenance, you can expect it to operate around a decade, depending on the number of people living in your home. When your water heater hits 10 years, it’s probably time to seriously think about replacement, especially before a leak causes any damage.
Rusty Water
If the water from your water heater (hot side pipes) is coming out rusty, it may be an indicator that your water heater is rusting on the inside. This could result in a leak, not to mention contaminated water. Contact an expert plumber to have them see if your water heater system is getting ready to breakdown.
Strange Noises
Thundering or knocking sounds coming from your water heater can be an indicator that residue has built up on the foundation of the tank. This means your water heating system will be less efficient and will demand more gas or electricity to heat your water, resulting in higher water heating bills. It also means that the extra time spent heating your water could cause more damage on your tank, which could cause cracks or leaks.
Water
If you discover water around your water heater tank, you may have a leak. Call an expert plumber to come out and investigate and they can give you a quote on a new water heater if necessary.