Keep Your Water Running Warm
Water heaters make it more comfortable to use the water flowing throughout your plumbing system for bathing, washing hands, and cleaning clothes and dishes. For both tankless and traditional models, our team at Pioneer Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, & Electrical performs water heater repair and replacement in Chattanooga, TN, and the surrounding areas. If you have any questions or want to schedule service, reach out to us by phone or online.
Common Water Heater Repairs Needed
There are some issues water heaters can experience more frequently than others. Pioneer is equipped to handle repairs for all of the following malfunctions:
- Faulty Thermostat: As thermostats age, they may start to struggle with accuracy or stop working, entirely. When this happens, your water might be the wrong temperature or inconsistent with the temperature.
- Issue With Heating Element: If you have an electric water heater, the heating element can burn out and lead to lack of hot water. This requires professional repair services.
- Buildup of Sediment in Tank: Especially when you’re dealing with hard water in your home, the minerals can begin to settle and build up at the bottom of your hot water heater tank. This will cause a reduction in efficiency and eventually damage your heating elements.
- Corroded Anode Rod: Since your anode rod is there to reduce corrosion within your tank, its deterioration will lead to rust and discoloration in your water supply.
- Cracked Tank: The inside of your tank may eventually corrode, which can lead to cracks and leaks. We can repair this in some cases, but some instances may require replacement.
- Wiring Issues: For electric water heaters, you may encounter connection issues or loose wiring that will impact your hot water heater performance.
How To Tell You Need Water Heater Replacement
Below are some signs that let you know you should look into water heater replacement in Chattanooga, TN.
Water Temperature Fluctuates
If your water temperature is fluctuating suddenly while you’re running your water, you may be experiencing a thermostat problem or the heating elements may have deteriorated. When it comes to failing heating elements, water heater replacement can be the best solution.
Frequently Need Water Heater Repair
Occasional water heater repairs are no big deal. However, when they start to be required more frequently, the cost can quickly add up. It can also indicate your water heater is nearing the end of its lifespan. To save money in the long run on expensive repairs and ensure your water heater is operating efficiently, it’s best to opt to replace it in this situation.
Water Pressure Is Low
A blockage in your water heater may be causing your drop in water pressure. Severe blockages may make repair impossible. Luckily, our team can perform water heater installation and provide you with a new water heater, instead.
Energy Bill Increases
When your energy usage has not increased but your bills are rising in cost, that can be due to a grave inefficiency. Once inefficiency is lost in a water heater, it can be difficult to restore. A water heater replacement will likely be what’s recommended by our team.
Makes Bizarre Noises
Sounds like rumbling, snapping, or popping can be due to build up of minerals and sediment in your water tank. It may be advisable to get a water softener installed to avoid this problem going forward.
Water Is Discolored
Discolored water that’s reddish or cloudy can be the result of a water tank that’s corroding. If you don’t already need a replacement, the cracks and leaks caused by the corrosion when left untreated will certainly lead to needing a new water heater.
Water Heater Is Old
Traditional water heaters with tanks last, on average, about 15 years before needing to be replaced. If you opt for a tankless water heater, you may get up to 20 years out of your hot water heater. Once your water heater reaches the end of its projected lifespan and begins to experience issues, you should think about contacting Pioneer to replace it.
Benefits of Tankless Water Heater Installation
As the name suggests, tankless water heaters don’t require any storage tanks of water to be heated up in advance. They use a wall mounted device to heat the water on-demand, instead, when you turn on your tap. If you choose to get a tankless water heater installed, you can enjoy the following perks:
- Continuous Hot Water: Since there’s no storage tank of water that can empty and need to be refilled, the water is heated when you need it and you’ll never run out of hot water.
- Energy Efficiency: Traditional water heaters with tanks can use a lot more energy due to needing to heat the tank full of water. Tankless water heaters save energy by only heating the water you use.
- Space Saving: Since you won’t need to store a large tank of water, you’ll save a lot of space. This makes tankless water heater installation a great option for condos or smaller homes.
- Longer Lifespan: On average, tankless water heaters have a lifespan of around 20 years, which is longer than that of their traditional counterparts.
Schedule Water Heater Services
When you need water heater repair or replacement in Chattanooga, TN, look no further than Pioneer Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, & Electrical. Our team of expert plumbers will ensure your water heater is installed correctly and working properly. Call us directly or fill out your information in our online contact form to schedule an appointment.