Cincinnati Water Heater Repair Service

Cincinnati Water Heater Repair Service

Do you require the services of a hot water heater repair company? No hot water, puddles of water around the unit, and uneven water temperatures are all symptoms that your water heater needs to be repaired. Don’t delay if you suspect your hot water heater is faulty or exhibiting symptoms of an impending breakdown. Get in touch with Thomas & Galbraith’s dependable plumbers immediately!

Our staff will do an inspection of natural gas water heaters or electric water heater tank units to discover any defects or malfunctions. We provide trustworthy hot water heater repairs after detecting any issues with a conventional storage unit water heater. Arrange an appointment from one of our knowledgeable plumbing technicians, please contact us.

Cincinnati Tankless Water Heater Repairs

Tankless water heaters are more energy efficient than traditional ones, but they’re also more sophisticated and susceptible to various problems. Fortunately, both tankless gas water heaters and tankless electric water heaters can be repaired by pros in Cincinnati.

Your tankless water heater will be up and running in no time thanks to Thomas & Galbraith’s repair services. Repair services help your tankless water heater run more efficiently by heating water when it’s needed by a hot water faucet anywhere in the house.

Emergency Water Heater Repair in Cincinnati

Although a damaged water heater is inconvenient, it does not have to leave your household stuck with cold water.  To avoid further damage to your plumbing equipment and your property, contact a plumber right away. Cold water, a water heater that doesn’t turn on, or leaks

Thomas & Galbraith’s emergency water heater repair services can get your equipment up and running quickly so you don’t have to take another shower in cold water or risk major water damage! Throughout Cincinnati, we provide emergency water heater repair services for both traditional water heater tanks and tankless types. Call us day or night; we’re here to help you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Water Heater Equipment Options

Many people think of storage water heaters when they think of heating water, as they are very popular in Indiana and have been around for many decades. Hot water from the tap originates from water being heated in the tank, where it is stored for future use. There are a number of water heating options available including gas water heaters and propane water heaters, which use a pilot light and gas burner to produce, which the heating elements are then used to raise the temperature of the water. An electric water heater boils the water using electricity to create a desired temperature.

Among the water heater options are tankless models which don’t store hot water, rather these provide it on demand. Hot water will instead be heated and immediately available as soon as it is called for, passing through supply pipes and to the tap. The use of these water heaters are both environmentally friendly and beneficial in preserving space.

Common Water Heater Issues & Solutions

Plumbing problems are never fun, but your gas water heater or electric water heater is one of the most important parts of your home’s plumbing system. Unfortunately, water heater troubles are one of the most common issues we encounter in the field. Between water heater tank and tankless models, each with its own set of issues, our professional plumbers often find themselves repairing faulty water heaters on an almost daily basis.

Here are some of the most common issues we run into concerning water heater problems in the home, as well as what we might have to do to fix them!

Leaks

When leaks spring up, they can cause more than just an annoyance. Leaks are one of the biggest problems with water heaters – both tankless and storage types. Like all moving parts, a lot of different malfunctions can lead to water leaking from the hot water heater.

• Leaking from pressure relief valve. If a consistent stream of hot water is being released from the pressure relief valve on your water tank, the part may be stuck or defective, requiring replacement. Excessive water pressure can also cause leaks here, as pressure sends hot water out of the valve. To fix water pressure problems, it may be necessary to replace the dip tube, flush out the water heater or supply pipes to remove sediment, or replace pipes.
• Leaks can result from long-term overheating of the heating elements. The heating element in a water heater tank can be covered with sediment from water minerals – at this point, it’s typically best to install a new water heater as repairing the heating element won’t fix leaks in the outer shell of the unit.
• Glass liners inside water heater tanks can deteriorate over time, causing leaks and the need for water heater replacement.
• Pipe connections can also result in leaks around the water heater. Fixing these leaks usually requires tightening connections or replacing bad fittings on the supply pipes and outgoing lines of tank and tankless units.

Anode Rod Replacement

Tank-type water heaters have one very important thing: an anode rod. An anode rod is made from metal alloys designed to prevent corrosion in your water heater. When tank-type water heaters operate, the anode rod sits inside the water. Water minerals react to the anode rod, preventing corrosion to the tank which means that your tank won’t rust out after years of use. The anode rod should be replaced on a regular maintenance schedule, approximately every 5 years.

Poor Temperature Control

Heating elements in the hot water tank or tankless water heater normally heat water to a specific temperature setting. If you experience cold water or lukewarm water, issues may be traced to:

• Thermostat malfunctions that mistakenly read the high temperature limit and trigger the water heater high temperature cutoff switch before water actually reaches the proper temperature. The thermostat behind the access panel may need to be repaired or replaced.
• Heating elements have gone bad, often due to overheating from mineral deposits. A bad heating element or electric element in a hot water tank unit can require a new heating element or water heater replacement, and the bad heating element in a tankless model may be replaceable.
• Heat loss can occur in an uninsulated water heater or pipes. Installing pipe insulation or adding insulation blankets to the tank can deliver higher heat retention to maintain the appropriate heat setting where water heats to your comfort.
• If the pilot light is faulty, there will be no pilot flame to heat water. The pilot light behind the access panel may be replaced.
• If a circuit breaker is faulty, there is a lack of power. The circuit breaker may need to be replaced.