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Even the most efficient water heater has a limited supply of hot water, which means you can run out in the middle of a shower. However, your water heater may have more serious problems if this happens regularly, especially if the supply only stays hot for a few minutes at a time. This guide explains why your hot water might be running cold.

3 Reasons Your Water Won’t Stay Hot

1. Undersized Water Heater

Water heaters come in several sizes, from 20 to 50 gallons. If several people live in your house and tend to shower around the same time, a smaller water heater might struggle to deliver the supply you need. Reducing your household usage might mitigate the problem, but replacing the water heater is generally the most convenient long-term solution.

2. Broken Dip Tube

water-heater-Enterprise-ALThe dip tube takes incoming cold water and guides it to the bottom of the tank, where the heating elements are located. If this part breaks, cold water stays at the top of the tank and gets sucked out through the hot water line. Fortunately, repairing a dip tube is a fairly simple repair that can fully restore your water heater.

3. Accumulated Minerals & Debris

Over time, sand, calcium, and other particulates can accumulate at the bottom of your water heater. In extreme cases, the deposits can take up enough space to reduce the capacity of the tank and your supply of hot water. Popping or cracking sounds inside the water heater usually indicate a problem with sediment buildup.

 

If your home water heater isn’t performing like it used to, trust the plumbers at Miller & Humphrey Plumbing & Electric Inc. to restore your hot water supply. They’ve been serving homeowners throughout the Enterprise, AL, area for over 60 years, building a reputation for dependability, honesty, and excellent workmanship. See their website for more on their plumbing services, follow their Facebook for more helpful tips, or call (334) 347-9212 to schedule a service call today.

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