Temperature issues are common concerns with water heaters. Bernie Buchner, located in La Crosse, WI, has been in business for more than 60 years, offering a wide range of plumbing services. The company’s master plumbers know that water temperature problems are some of the most common concerns associated with water heaters. The guidelines below will help you troubleshoot a few of these issues.

Common Temperature Problems With Water Heaters

1. No Hot Water

If you own an electric hot water heater and your house doesn’t have any hot water, you may have tripped a circuit breaker. Simply reset the circuit breaker if needed. If you own a gas water heater, check to ensure your gas is flowing and your pilot light is burning. If so, some newer models of gas water heaters have an electronic ignition, so it’s worth checking the circuit breaker just as you would with a traditional electric model.

2. Hot Water Runs Out Too Soon

If your hot water runs out too soon, the culprit may be your thermostat. This is a common problem in the winter, because the pipes in your home are colder, thereby cooling the water traveling through them more quickly. When this happens, cool or cold showers can be the result. Try adjusting the thermostat to the desired water temperature. The U.S. Department of Energy recommends setting your water heater to 120 degrees Fahrenheit and adjusting as needed.

3. Water Is Scalding Hot

This problem may be easily fixed by reducing the thermostat setting a few degrees. Simply adjust as needed. If the issue persists, it might be time to call in the professional plumbers.

If the suggestions above don't solve your water heater problem, call the experts at Bernie Buchner. The company’s reliable and efficient plumbers can diagnose and fix most of the problems your water heater is experiencing quickly and cheaply. Find out more about water heaters on the company’s website, or call (608) 784-9000 to set up an appointment.