How to Fix Water Heater Problems

Water Heater Problems are very common. All of us at some point face them. It is not affordable to always calling a plumber whenever we face a problem. Having some little knowledge and necessary tools you will be able to fix some of the problems. During winters, common problems most homes face is unpleasant odors and insufficient heat in a space.

Reasons that may stop your heating system to generate the required level of heating.

There are many factors, which contribute to the problem of not having adequate hot water. Let’s discuss most common reasons that might make your heating system not to produce the desired level of heating.

• Upgradations of the tub to a much bigger one is the first. Since it will increase the demand for more hot water which in return it will drop the water temperature.
• High flow showerheads could easily empty hot water tank much faster.
• Third, the distance from the faucet to the water heater matters a lot. If the hot water has to move through a long distance to reach the required faucet, it automatically lower the temperature of water.

This problem can also be caused by some external factors. If the surrounding environment of your house happen to be extremely cold, the system (water heater) will take more time to heat up the water. Thus, it will feel like there is inadequate amount of heated water in the faucets.

Problematic equipment can make your system not to generate the required level of heating

Problematic equipment is a common reason why households do not get their desired level of hot water. If you have set the thermostat at low, it will prevent heater to heat up the larger quantity of water. Temperature somewhere between 120-140 Fahrenheit is considered normal. You should also look whether or not the size of your water heater tank is compatible with your hot water needs. If your house is too big for a small size water heater, consider replacing it with a larger one.

The producers mostly set the thermostat. Although, you can change it to fit your needs. You can even change the thermostat if it’s faulty. However, if you think your system needs to be replaced, you can easily do it. Here are a few steps you can follow to replace your water heater.

• First, turn off both the water and power supply before you proceed. If it’s a gas heater, then shut-off the gas supply.
• Empty the tank by carefully draining out the water. It is advisable to open up the bottom valve so that you can be able to do it faster.
• Disconnect gas connection or power cables and water lines that are attached to the water heater.
• Once you’ve finished clearing the older unit, replace it with a new one and then connect water lines together with power source back. Ensure the whole process of connecting pipes and cables are reliably done.

Remember , you can always get help from an experienced plumber. If you don’t have good tools to fix your Water Heater Problems, you better call a qualified plumber to come and fix your plumbing problems.