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Heater Inspections
Procrastinating your water heater inspection and maintenance is always a bad idea. You depend on your water heater 24/7 for hot water. Imagine how inconvenient and annoying showering and bathing will become without your water heater. These are 3 good reasons why you should include a yearly professional water heater inspection in your calendar.
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Prevent Major Problems
You’re taking a major risk by neglecting your water heater. The chance of a malfunction or damage increases the longer the water heater goes without an inspection. Warning signs, such as corrosion and sediment buildup, are easy to discover during an inspection. With yearly inspections, you’ll have the chance to sort out problems before things get beyond repair.
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Lower Water Heating Costs
It takes a notable sum of energy to operate a water heater. It’s rated that a water heating system accounts for up to 18 to 20 percent of home energy consumption. If your water heater isn’t working properly, then it could be costing more than you notice. An annual inspection will keep your water heater running at peak efficiency.
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Protect Your Family
Gas leaks (carbon monoxides) are possible if you have a malfunctioning gas water heater. This is really dangerous, as the gas is odorless and extremely deadly. Stomach pain, weakness, dizziness, and headache are possible signs of carbon monoxide poisoning.
An inappropriately vented water heater is the most prevalent cause of these leaks. A well trained professional inspector can make sure your heater is properly ventilated.
Inspection Procedure
The standard price of a new water heater is around $850 going up for a 40 to 50 gallon tank. A tankless heater is more expensive, with prices ranging around $3000. Taking care of your current water heater with yearly maintenance is a more economical and wise choice. But it’s also feasible that a new water heater is your best option. Over time, parts can wear out.There may even be much better equipment and tools available.
While there are some health benefits to cold showers, it’s not good for every situation. When you have a perfect functioning water heater, you can choose your perfect shower or temperature. Don’t get stucked into putting up with no hot water when you need it the most.
Even if your water heater is less than 10 years old, there are still many factors that can affect its operational life. Sediment is notorious for building up on the base of hot water tanks, particularly in gas water heaters, making it low in energy efficiency. You may realize a hike over time in your energy bills. If you notice dirty water coming from the tap or your hot showers are getting shorter, it’s time to schedule a service call for your hot water heater maintenance or inspection.
The best way to keep your water heater running optimally and accessible for you when you need it is with annual inspection and maintenance.
Call us today for your water heater inspections or if you notice any of these signs:
- Insufficient heat
- Dirty or smelly water
- Hot water gets exhausted quickly
- Water leaks
- Pilot light that won’t stay lit
- Popping sounds coming from your tank while heating
Denver Water Heaters technicians are trained to install, repair, inspect and maintain gas, electric, and tankless water heaters. Our water heater maintenance covers various steps, like checking for leaks, rust, and clogs. For gas heaters, we thoroughly and carefully check the venting system for signs of damage, faulty or improper installation.
Denver Water Heaters is known for our high-quality and reliable work, affordable pricing and amazing customer service. No matter the type of water heater service you need, from water heater emergency services to water heater installation services, we’re fully prepared for the task. You’ll see why our customers appreciate us and refer us to family and friends when you experience our work and our customer service for yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often does a water heater need to be checked?
Generally speaking, you should plan to check or inspect your water heater every two months to avoid serious issues or damages such as leaks, pipe bursts, and other large plumbing problems.
How do you know when your hot water heater is faulty?
Rust deposits, sediments or a metallic odor coming out with hot water can signal either corroded pipes or rust inside the water heater. If corrosion or rust is eating away the metal from the inside, leaks are unavoidable.
How much should a water heater flush cost?
The cost of flushing a water heater can differ a lot depending on the area, the quality of the technician, and the type of water heater. Normally, for most standard water heaters, a flush will cost between $80 and $100.