Verify the pressure release valve functions

Reliable hot water is probably one of the least considered amenities in peoples lives. It is one of those simple things where we turn a tap and the hot water flows. At least, until the water heater breaks and all we get from our tap is cold water flowing through it. Water Heater Replacement Mesa AZ is not the typical home handyman job. Sure, if you have the proper skills, like copper welding, and the correct tools, you could change the tank, but do you have the knowledge required to ensure the tank is truly failed and not in need of a few repairs? Plus, can you be sure the job is done correctly? Standard, in home water heaters come in two varieties, one which burns natural gas to heat the tank and the other which uses an electric heating element placed inside the tank to heat the water.

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Many modern homes use the latter because they are considered to be safer. There are of course other types of water heating systems. There are wood or coal burning systems which typically sit away from the home, although some old coal burning tanks reside in cellars in cold climates. Then there is the more modern approach of using solar energy to heat water but these are really outside the scope of this article. Keeping your water heater in good repair is the primary method of increasing it’s longevity. There are several steps the homeowner can follow to achieve this task. First, inspect the tanks for signs of leaks. Water pooled around the fittings or on the floor are typical indications.

Verify the pressure release valve functions and occasionally, drain the tank completely to see if residue sits on the bottom. Hard water deposits can accumulate in your water heater which can damage it over time. If you don’t feel qualified in making these checks, your local Water Heater Replacement Mesa AZ experts will gladly do them for you. It is however, in your best interest to follow along while they present you with the details so you understand the situation completely. If it turns out your water heater is at it’s end of life cycle, the technicians can prepare the system for the new one while they are there.

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