People often take their home’s hot water supply for granted… until they need water heater repair. As durable as water heaters are, the appliances can still suffer from wear and tear and malfunctions that will eventually lead to water heater repair. You can help prevent repairs with regular maintenance, but you may still need to call for technicians to assist you with the work that will restore your water heater. Hansen’s Plumbing specializes in water heater repair and all of your plumbing needs. Here are some of the most common water heater problems we come across.
Broken Dip Tube Repairs
The dip tube carries cold, fresh water from the municipal supply down through the tank of the water heater and to the bottom where the heat exchanger transfers energy from the combustion jets. As the water warms, it rises back to the top of the tank. If the dip tube breaks off, it will deposit cold water at the top of the tank, where it will mix with the heated water. A broken dip tube is the most common reason for a sudden decrease in the supply of hot water, but is also a simple job for technicians to fix.
Water Heater Burner Repair
Gas-powered water heaters can encounter problems in their burner, much like those in a gas furnace. Rust in the burner or dirt across its surface can lead to it having trouble igniting, and low gas flow or blockage in the line can also lead to a loss of heating power. As with any repair issue connected to natural gas, you should never attempt this work on your own due to the health risk involved. Only trust the job to experienced technicians.
Electric water heaters use two heating elements inside the tank to raise the temperature of the water. If one of the elements burns out, the water temperature will decrease and you’ll experience lukewarm water from your taps and showerheads. Repair technicians can open the tank and replace the broken element.
Don’t let any reduction in your home’s hot water go without attention. Call Hansen’s Plumbing as soon as you notice a problem. We will bring our professional experience to the task to resolve yany plumbing issues as soon as possible. When it comes to water heater repair or other plumbing services in Ventura County, Hansen’s Plumbing is here for you.
