If you have a problem with your water temperature, hear abnormal sounds, or notice steam coming off the water heater, you may need to schedule service. This is especially true as the cold weather settles in for the season; it is reckless to play around with your family’s access to hot water as winter descends. Here are some direct signals you need water heater repairs. 

How to Tell Your Water Heater Needs a Plumber

1. Rust-Colored Water

Rust-colored water coming out of the faucet signals the water heater’s insides are excoriated and weakening, and that the machine is working inefficiently. However, it could also be due to in-progress repairs in your municipal system or an excess of iron in the supply. Either way, abstain from drinking the water until a plumber can perform an inspection. 

2. Noise

Your water heater’s performance is impacted by the quality of your water. The more sediment in the liquid, the greater the opportunity for wear and occlusion in your water heater. Sediment builds up over time, calcifying, and this can cause noise as it rumbles within the water heater. Depending on the condition of the appliance and the quality of the water, a softening agent may be viable.

3. Age

A typical life span for a water heater is 12 years. Wear and tear and clogged pipes can take their toll over time. If your appliance is struggling to get your water up to a comfortable temperature and you know your water heater has passed the decade mark, schedule water heater repairs for a quick fix. Consider a replacement if the same problem reoccurs frequently. 

Water heater repairs are necessary if you notice any of the signs above. If you live in or near Beatrice, NE, and need first-rate residential or commercial plumbing, including help with your water heater, septic tank, clogged pipes, or excavation, call Lammel Plumbing at (402) 223-4132 today. For more information, visit their website or like them on Facebook.