24 7 emergency plumbing | Plumbing Companies Ma & RI

Usually, when you have a problem with your water heater, you know it! Most problems can be prevented with routine care and maintenance, and we’ll show you just how to do it.

• Open the drain at the bottom of the heater every six months or so.
• Test the temperature/pressure relief valve every year.
• If your heater ever begins to steam or rumble, shut it off immediately!
• Check your thermostat occasionally.

Gas water heaters come with their own troubleshooting steps and precautions, which we’ll go over here.

* Know how to light the pilot light. Gas heaters have a thermocoupler, which will shut off the fuel if the pilot light goes out.
* Inspect your heater’s flue twice a year to make sure that it’s still in good condition. All joints should be aligned and sealed.

If you have no hot water, make sure that your pilot light is lit, check for a clogged burner, a defective thermocoupler, or a blocked gas line.

If you are at all unsure of how to maintain your gas or electric water heater, call in a professional. A water heater is a vital part of a home, and using the services of a professional will keep it running correctly for years to come.