Residential Water Heater Services

Are you taking cold showers in your Raleigh, NC area home because your water heater is broken? Call Pipetechs Plumbing Technologies at (919) 293-1221 and get expert services today! 


Water heaters make it simple, easy, and convenient to have as much hot water as a household needs for cooking, cleaning, showering, hand washing, laundry, and many other needs. Like other household appliances, water heaters can and do break down as a result of mechanical or electrical problems. Knowing the most common water heater problems and what problems are worth repairing versus replacing can help homeowners plan their budgets wisely. Our technicians are always on call and ready to provide you with the best possible services for your Raleigh, NC area home. Don’t just take our word for it. See what past customers have to say here!


What Are The Most Common Water Heater Issues?

Leaks are one of the most common water heater problems in residential properties. Minerals in water can dissolve the steel of the tank, eventually creating a leak. Once a hot water tank has developed a leak, the repair options can be diminished and the need for replacement may arise.

Another common issue that strikes water heaters stems from their energy source. Many homeowners find that the pilot light of their gas water heater goes out frequently. Even gas water heaters utilize electricity; a flipped circuit breaker may be the cause of some water heater problems.

Other common water heater problems include a burnt out heating element, smelly water, incorrect water temperature, rusty water, thermostat problems, or a broken thermocouple. Many of these issues can be common, but ensuring that they get professional assistance is always important. Call our technicians today and get industry leading services in no time!


How Can You Avoid Water Heater Issues From Ever Occurring?

Regular professional maintenance performed by an experienced plumber can help to avert water heater problems in the future. Flushing the tank's water once a year can reduce sediment buildup. Water heater maintenance by a professional plumber will include cleaning the thermocouple and pilot housing, flushing the tank and inspecting the thermostat and heating element. To reduce the amount of minerals that build up in the water heater's tank, some homeowners choose to have a plumber install a whole-house water softening system. Water softeners may extend the lifespan of a water heater.


How Long Do Water Heaters Typically Last?

Most homeowners do not give their water heaters a second thought until they turn on the shower or hot water tap and are greeted only by cold water. This unwelcome surprise can lead many people to ask how long the typical water heater lasts. A typical water heater tank will last for 10 to 20 years regardless of whether it operates on gas or electricity to heat the water. An indirect or tankless water heater usually lasts longer as it does not have a reserve tank filled with water.


Professional Water Heater Services From Pipetechs Plumbing

With professional services performed by our experienced plumbers at Pipetechs Plumbing, most homeowners can enjoy a long lifespan free of problems with their home water heaters. If you have noticed any performance problems with your water heater, our plumbers will troubleshoot it and tell you if it needs repairs or replacement. Replacing the unit before it leaks or fails is a safer and more convenient alternative to a sudden water heater failure. Additionally we offer extensive repair solutions which more often than not remove the issue once and for all. If your suffering from any water heater issues, call us today and get industry leading services without breaking the bank!


Are you looking for professional water heater solutions in your Raleigh, NC area home? Call Pipetechs Plumbing Technologies at (919) 293-1221 and get immediate attention today!