Your home’s water heater is one of your most valuable appliances. Knowing when to replace yours will help prevent days, weeks or even months of discomfort. Read on to learn four signs that you need a new water heater installation in your Massillon, OH. home.
Old Age
The older your water heater, the more susceptible it is to damage, malfunction and breakdowns. Replacing your water heater before that happens can help you save in repair costs. If your water heater is more than 10 years old, consider replacing it sooner rather than later. You can find the manufacturing date of yours on the serial number.
Rust-Colored Water
Have you turned on a hot water faucet in your home and discovered rush-colored water coming out of it? This is a common sign that your water heater is rusting internally and will start leaking soon. Drain a few buckets of water out of your water heater. If by the third bucket the water is still rusty, you’ll likely need a new water heater installation.
Loud Noises
Sediment will collect at the bottom of your water heater as it ages, and it’ll harden throughout the heating and reheating process. When that happens, you’ll hear a loud rumbling or banging noise coming from your water heater when it’s heating up. This is another common sign that you’ll need a water heater replacement soon.
Leaks Around the Unit
Have you noticed water around your water heater? Any amount of moisture around the unit should be cause for concern. When the metal heats, it expands. If there are slight fractures in the tank, water will leak. Once the metal cools, the tank will stop leaking. A professional plumber can take a closer look to determine if you need a new water heater installation.
Whether you have a tank or tankless water heater, our team is here to help with all your installation and repair needs. Contact Quality Heating & Cooling today for fast and friendly service from honest and hard-working plumbing professionals.
