Is it time to replace your water heater? Stark Services is here with some indicators to look for when determining whether it’s time to buy a new water heating system.
Age
If your water heater gets standard maintenance, you can expect it to last around a decade, depending on how many people live in the home. Once your water heater hits 10 years, it’s usually time to seriously discuss replacement, especially before a leak occurs.
Rusty Water
If the water from your water heater (hot side pipes) is flowing out rusty, it may be a signal that your water heater is rusting on the inside. This could produce a leak, not to mention polluted water. Contact an expert plumber to have them check if your water heater system is getting ready to fail on you.
Odd Noises
Booming or thumping sounds coming from your water heater can be an indicator that deposit has built up on the foundation of the tank. This means your water heater will be less efficient and will demand more gas or electricity to heat your water, resulting in higher water heating bills. It also means that the extra time spent heating your water could result in more damage on your tank, possibly generating cracks or leaks.
Water
If you discover water around your water heater tank, you might have a leak. Ask an expert plumber to come out and examine your equipment and they can provide you a quote on a new water heater if necessary.