There are a lot of annoying things to deal with in cold weather: scraping ice off car windows, shoveling, and navigating icy, snowy walkways. One thing you don’t want to add to the mix is a lack of hot water due to a failing hot water heater. It can be hard to tell when your hot water heater is ready to call in its chips, so to speak, because water heaters typically reside in areas of your home that aren’t very visible. Here are some factors to keep in mind if you think it may be time to replace your hot water heater in Bolingbrook:
How old is your hot water heater?
Age plays a big role in the demise of any home appliance. This is because as appliances age, so do their components. When components age, they break down, so the older your appliance is, the more likely you are to see more repair issues. Age by itself may not mean that you need to replace, but when combined with other issues, it can be a serious factor to weigh.
Is it making a lot of noise when it operates?
Some household appliances make noise, such as dishwashers and clothes dryers. With the exception of hearing the burner (if your hot water heater has one), your hot water heater should not make any noise. Noise is an indication that things aren’t going well, and when combined with age, it may be time to look at replacement.
Is the overall performance poor?
Do you have to keep making adjustments to your hot water heater just to get the hot water you need? Has the unit needed a lot of repair? Is your water heater using more and more energy to do its job? At some point, the costs associated with these problems will add up, making the better choice a new hot water heater.
If you are seeing the signs that it is time to replace your hot water heater, then it is time to call the professionals at DuAll Heating & Cooling.
