A dreaded question that few consider the answer to until they find themselves high and dry: literally. There are a few common reasons why people find themselves without hot water and, if you are sure you’re up to date on your bills, most of them have to do with your water heater. Here are some common reasons your water heater isn’t working and some quick ways to help resolve your issue.
No Hot Water
If you have no hot water whatsoever, that’s cause for some alarm. After all, your water heater’s one and only function is to provide you with hot water. Before you call up a professional, the first thing you’ll want to do is check the pilot light. You can typically locate the light at the base of the water heater. If the light is out, your next move should be to call up a professional plumber to get you back on track.
You Don’t Have Enough Hot Water
Maybe you have some hot water, but not enough to suit your needs. We’ve all taken those nice warm showers that turn into frigid nightmares because the hot water fails on you. In cases like these, there are one of two culprits; the first of which is a broken thermometer. This is a very easy fix for any water heater professional can patch up. The other possibility is that your current heater is unable to match your hot water needs. This can be because your household has grown in size, your hot water usage has increased, or the equipment’s effectiveness has been curbed in old age. In this instance, increasing your tank size may be the optimal solution to getting more hot water.
Your Heater is Leaking
Of all the issues you could have with your heater, this is probably the worst. A leak is a sure fire sign that your water heater is on its way out and you’re due for a replacement. This is obviously less than ideal because heaters can be some expensive pieces of equipment . Sadly, there’s not much to be done about a heater that’s so far gone that it sprung a serious leak and you need to act quickly before the leak turns into a burst that floods your home with gallons of water. The team at Windy City Rooter can walk you through the process of finding a new heater to last you for years to come.
Having issues with your hot water? Call Windy City Rooter today! Windy City Rooter has been servicing Chicago home and business owners for over 30 years, and have installed upwards of 100,000 individual units. We take pride in every facet of our work, and we’re willing to stand by our quality team, work, and products. To learn more about how we can help you with your next water heater service or installation, give us a call or contact us here!
