Electric Water Heater Repairs
Electric water heaters are one of the most energy-efficient ways to get hot water throughout your home. These newer hot water systems give you a better way to shower, wash your clothes, and accomplish other tasks around the house with ease. As dedicated plumbing experts, we keep ourselves knowledgeable about all the newest makes and models to better assist the residents of Fairfax and the rest of Northern Virginia with electric water heater repairs. When your electric water heater goes out, there is one team to call for quick relief.
The team at Hicks Plumbing Services is here for you seven days a week, 24 hours a day. We provide emergency services when you need us most. Going without hot water can be detrimental to your living situations, especially in the Virginia winters. For over 30 years, we have delivered the same high-quality services to our friends and neighbors. They have trusted us to help them, which is why they continue to call whenever there is a leak, busted pipe, or shorted fuse. Reach out to us today and ask about our scheduled maintenance programs.
Signs Your Electric Water Heater Needs Attention
Having your hot water go out unexpectedly is a major inconvenience, especially when you are mid-shower. Your electric hot water heater will provide some warning signs when it is coming to its inevitable end. If you start to notice any of the following issues, it’s time to call the professional plumbers at Hicks Plumbing Services to have us take a look and assess the heater’s lifespan:
Manufacture Date: Whether you purchased the electric water heater, or you came to it when buying your home, there is a way to tell how old it is. The first few letters and numbers tell you the month and the year it was manufactured. The number will represent the year, but the letter in front represents the month “A” would be January, “B” is for February, and so on. If your electric water heater is more than six years old, it is time to start thinking, or at least saving for a new one to ensure you don’t go without for very long.
Producing Loud Noises: Because of the heating and cooling of the water in the system, sediment will start to develop. You will begin to notice water scale, which a white often dusty substance. Once it’s shaken loose, it will begin to make noises when reheated and activated. If you hear this popping, banging, and clanking, reach out to us for inspection. Once the sediment and sludge harden, the energy efficiency you’re used to will significantly slow down, and you may see a rise in your energy bills.
Produces Dirty Water: If you go to pour a glass of water or fill a pot for cooking and you notice there is a discoloration in the water, this usually is a sign there is something off with your electric water heater. It is often paired with a funny smell as well. It’s best to call us right away for repairs because of the potential damage these culprits can cause to your water heater. They can clog drains, overheat the tank, and slow down the production of hot water until it is rendered useless.
Leaks Around Electric Water Heater: The source of leaks can be hard to determine, but when you call Hicks Plumbing Services to come to inspect, we start by looking at the attached fixtures. Rust is the general cause of leaks. If we are unable to find spot any issues on the connecting pipes, the next location is inside the tank itself. These are known to rust from the inside out, and any minor fracture can cause a leak. The metal fluctuates when heated and reheated.
Not Producing Hot Water: There could be many causes for this issue, the easiest being there is no power getting to the water heater. Checking your circuit breaker is the first move you take at home to ensure there is a power source. You can also attempt to reset the high-temperature limit on the heater itself. If none of these options help you get the desired hot water, give us a call for maintenance and repairs.
Water Heater Tune-Ups from Hicks Plumbing Services
The most important part about owning an electric water heater is keeping it properly maintained. Hicks Plumbing Services is here to help all year! Having us inspect your water heater will prevent you from having to call in an emergency. We can check it for any potential issues before they occur. We recommend having our professional team of experts out twice a year to ensure everything is working and functioning correctly. You can trust we only make repairs when we need to, and replacements are a last resort option.
Reach Out to Hicks Plumbing Services for Repairs
Residents from all over Fairfax, Chantilly, Ashburn, Herndon, Sterling, Vienna, Falls Church, Alexandria, Woodbridge, Manassas, Centreville, McLean, and Burke have trusted us for three decades to provide high-quality electric water heater repairs. Give us a call when you have any issues with your device, and we will be over to help. We can assist seven days a week and 24 hours a day in an emergency.