It’s likely that you don’t give your water heater too much thought. As long as you have hot water when you need it, it is out of sight and out of mind. However, we recommend that you take some time each month to inspect your water heater and pay attention to how it is operating.
Being proactive is the best way to prevent unexpected repair needs for a total water heater breakdown. You can keep reading to learn about some of the common signs that indicate your water heater needs professional attention. Then, give our team a call to schedule your water heater repair in Riverside, CA, if you notice any of these signs.
Bad Odors or Discoloration
If hot water coming from your tap has a bad odor or unusual color, your water heater needs to be checked out. Keep in mind that the water heater itself is probably to blame only if your hot water alone is impacted. If you’re also having issues with cold water, a different problem needs to be sought out and addressed.
Bad odors can point to your bacteria buildup inside of your water heater. Discoloration can mean that corrosion is spreading inside of the unit and causing rust to transfer into your water. Bad odor can often be addressed, but if the inside of your water tank is corroding, that cannot be reversed, and your water heater more than likely needs to be completely replaced.
Leaks
Leaks are more than just a nuisance when it comes to your water heater. Water that is leaking out is also allowing air to get into your water heater, which impacts the system in a variety of ways. It changes the pressurization and also means that the system is no longer airtight, likely costing you on efficiency.
Leaks can also waste water and cause water damage to surrounding areas of your home. Keep in mind that you may not see an active leak. Instead, you may see the water stains that get left behind following a leak. This is a reason to call our team for service, even if you cannot identify an active leak.
Perplexing Sounds
Your water heater will make some noise as it operates. However, those sounds should be neither loud nor alarming. If you begin to hear a high-pitched whistle or a booming sound, that can mean problems for your water heater.
High-pitched whistling means that pressure is released from the tank, which is normal from time to time. But if you hear it all the time, that means there are persistent pressure problems. Booming or popping sounds can point to buildup in your water heater from the minerals found in hard water. These abrasive minerals can wear down the lining of your water heater and lead to corrosion if the tank is not flushed at least once a year.
Exterior Damage
It is also important to pay attention to the exterior of your water heater, including all of its attachments. If anything looks loose or you notice damage to the outside of the water heater, it’s also possible that there is damage on the inside. Even if your water heater is working like normal, we encourage you to schedule an appointment for our team to check it out and make sure everything is operating properly.
Your Comfort Is Our Priority. Contact the Hush Air team today to prioritize water heater repair in Riverside, CA.