Is your water heater in need of replacing? Orangutan Home Services is here with a few indicators to look for when choosing whether it’s time to buy a new water heating system.
Age
If your water heater receives annual maintenance, you can expect it to operate around 10 years, depending on the number of people living in your home. Once your water heater reaches 10 years, it’s likely time to seriously discuss replacement, especially before a leak causes any damage.
Rusty Water
If the water from your water heater (hot side pipes) is coming out rusty, it might be an indicator that your water heater is rusting on the inside. This could cause a leak, not to mention contaminated water. Ask an expert plumber to have them see if your water heater system is getting ready to give out.
Odd Noises
Booming or thumping sounds coming from your water heater can be a sign that sediment has built up on the bottom of the tank. This means your water heater will be less efficient and will have to use more gas or electricity to heat your water, causing higher water heating bills. It also means that the extra time spent heating your water could result in more damage on your tank, which could cause cracks or leaks.
Water
If you see water around your water heater tank, you could have a leak. Contact an expert plumber to come out and investigate and they can provide you a quote on a new water heater if necessary.