When your water heater is operational, you can enjoy a hot shower, wash your dishes, or cook without complaints or concerns. If it is acting up, you need quick and reliable repairs.
Regular maintenance and routine repairs of your tankless water heater add value and comfort to your home. A well-maintained tankless water heater can also lower your utility bills.
America First Plumbing and HVAC proudly offers Los Angeles homeowners professional and dependable water heater repair and maintenance services.
We take the guesswork out of your water heater repairs by leveraging the latest technology and regular training for our technicians.
Reliable Repairs for Your Tankless Water Heater
At America First Plumbing and HVAC, we specialize in diagnosing and fixing a wide range of water heater issues, including:
- Broken heating elements
- Short circuits
- Thermostat problems
- Corrosion
- Loose wires
- Faulty components
Our technicians have experience with different tankless water heater models. We have the knowledge and skills to handle faulty seals and other complex issues that may affect the efficiency of your water heater. You can trust us for prompt and quality repairs, ensuring your home’s water heater system runs smoothly again.
Signs You Need Tankless Water Heater Repairs in Los Angeles
Your tankless water heater is a silent but essential workhorse that meets your home’s hot water requirements. Like other appliances, it can occasionally encounter issues. Identifying that your water heater requires repairs can save you from a cold shower or an enormous plumbing bill.
Here are key indicators from America First Plumbing and HVAC that your water heater is having problems
You Can’t Get a Reliable Stream of Hot Water
The essence of a tankless water heater is to cut the time required to wait for hot water. Therefore, it should provide you with a reliable supply of hot water. If you’re only getting hot water for a few minutes, your water heater is due for a technician’s check-up.
Unusual Noises
Your tankless water heater can produce unusual noises, such as banging or popping. Common causes of strange noises in your tankless water heater include leaks, water pressure issues, thermostat defects, and sediment build-up. Sediments and minerals can build up over time, creating bubbles that produce popping or banging sounds.
Water Heater Leaks
We’ve seen a fair share of leaking tankless water heaters at America First Plumbing and HVAC. Fortunately, our experts know what can cause them to leak and how to fix the issues.
Tankless water heaters develop leaks for three main reasons:
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- Improper installation
- Hard water
- High water pressure.
For instance, hard water contributes to a significant share of leaks in tankless water heaters. Hard water is water with substantial amounts of minerals such as magnesium and calcium that naturally occur across the United States. Hard water leaves a white scale that blocks or slowly corrodes the pipes, causing the leaks.
Rusty or Discolored Water
If the water coming from the water heater is discolored, cloudy, or rusty, it indicates a problem within the system. The common cause of the problem is sediment build-up within the water heater.
Naturally occurring minerals can accumulate in the heat exchangers of the tankless water heater. The sediments mostly insulate the heating elements, reduce efficiency, cause corrosion, and ultimately break down the system.
Your Energy Bill Is on the Rise
A faulty tankless water heater can significantly increase your energy bill. Due to the malfunctioning components, it may need to run longer at a higher power level to achieve the desired water temperatures.
A faulty thermostat can cause the water heater to run longer than necessary to reach a specific degree of temperature, which may increase electricity usage. If there are leaks in the system, the heater may work harder to maintain water temperature, increasing energy consumption.
Low Water Pressure
Low water pressure in a tankless water heater substantially impacts its performance. Common causes include clogged pipes or undersized piping. A technician can investigate if there is debris build-up or improper installation.
For instance, they may inspect the inlet screen filter and, if clogged, clean it thoroughly to restore proper flow.
Tankless Water Heater Maintenance in Los Angeles
Consumers prefer tankless water heaters because of their longer lifetimes. They usually outlast traditional storage tank water heaters by over 10 years. However, the extended lifespan only occurs if the water heater is properly maintained.
Our plumbers have the knowledge and experience to maintain different tankless water heater models. We are equipped to help you achieve your goal of a well-maintained water heater.
Find below a few maintenance tips from our expert plumbers:
Regular Descaling of Your Tankless Water Heater
Depending on household usage, you should descale your water heater every 12 to 18 months. If unsure, mark your calendar for the same time every year. Descaling is a crucial process that flushes out all the sediment build-up in the water heater.
If you fail to descale regularly, the limescale can become very thick, preventing your water heating from operating efficiently.
Regular Clean Up of the Fan and Motor
If you want to keep your tankless water heater in top shape, schedule regular cleaning to keep it free of debris. The task is as easy as grabbing a can of compressed air and spraying it down the area.
Gas Tankless Water Heater Maintenance
Consider cleaning your gas tankless water heater each year. It should be sparkling clean around burners, control compartments, and circulating air passengers.
Dust and debris build up with time, often leading to critical failures. At America First Plumbing and HVAC, we recommend you call a certified plumber to clean your burner chambers, compartments, and passages
every year or so.
Call Us Today For Your Water Heater Needs
If your water heater has an issue, you deserve help from someone who understands the urgency of your problem. America First Plumbing and HVAC is ready to fulfill all your water heater needs.
Our technicians have fully stocked trucks and skills to solve your water heater repair needs. Contact us online or call us now to request service or an estimate.
