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WHAT’S A HOT WATER TANK? AND WHEN TO SCHEDULE YOUR HOT WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT

03/21/2023

PLUMBING

WHAT’S A HOT WATER TANK? AND WHEN TO SCHEDULE YOUR HOT WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT

03/21/2023

Hot water heaters are necessary to provide you with hot water for your showers, baths, laundry, and washing dishes. Without a reliable tank that can produce the hot water you require, you’ll certainly struggle to get the performance you seek. Do you know when you need to schedule your water heater replacement?

What’s a Hot Water Tank?

A hot water tank stores your hot water. Your main water supply splits in two directions: hot water and cold water. As the hot water tank is connected to your cold water supply pipe which boils inside the tank to convert to hot water. When all of the hot water has been used up from the tank, it is then refilled and fired up to re-boil once again.

They come in a variety of sizes between 20 to 100 gallons. It all depends on the size of your home and the amount that you need to provide hot water. Typically, in a single-unit home, you may find a 40 to 80-gallon tank.

Electric hot water tanks are environmentally friendly as it doesn’t need to use fossil fuels to run them.

When to Schedule Your Water Heater Replacement

There are several ways you can find out whether you need to replace your hot water tank:

Tanks Over 10 Years: Do you know how long you’ve had your hot water tank? You’ll find a label on the water tank with a date. If it’s been over 10 years, you may require a replacement. Parts degrade and sediments can build up in the tank. If you’re approaching 10 years or surpassing the manufacturer’s recommended lifespan, it’s time to schedule servicing.
Inconsistent Hot Water: If the hot water is not flowing as it used to or not at all getting the hot water you need, you may need a replacement. Schedule your hot water tank service to see what the root of the problem is.
Noises/Banging Sounds: There may be limescale and sediment built up inside your tank. As tanks age, these sediments bounce around inside the tank creating banging sounds. It may be wise to schedule drainage or descaling to clean out the tank and pipes.
Constant Repairs Required: If you’re constantly needing repairs done on your tank, it may just be reaching the end of its lifespan. It may be in your best interest to just get it replaced.
Leaking Tank: Sometimes your tank just needs to be serviced. Other times we find that the leaking occurs as internal parts degrade. If servicing your tank doesn’t do the trick, you may need to replace your tank entirely.
Quality of Water: Sediments can build up in your hot water tank. If you’re noticing colours changing from translucent to cloudy or reddish tones, there may be rust accumulating in the pipes.

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Call High Mark's plumbing experts to schedule your hot water tank service or replacement today at 604-945-6060.

Conclusion

In summary, there are several signs exhibited by the hot water tank that you may indicate whether you need to get it replaced. If you haven’t noticed any issues and haven’t scheduled your regular service to ensure it’s in working order, it may be wise to do so to minimize expensive repairs and water damage.

We hope you found this blog post informative!

How often do you schedule your regular hot water tank maintenance?

We’d love to hear from you!

Send us a message on social media: Instagram and Facebook.

Let us know in the private messages or comments section!

Thank you for reading.

What’s a Hot Water Tank?

Electric hot water tanks are environmentally friendly as it doesn’t need to use fossil fuels to run them.

When to Schedule Your Water Heater Replacement

There are several ways you can find out whether you need to replace your hot water tank:

Tanks Over 10 Years: Do you know how long you’ve had your hot water tank? You’ll find a label on the water tank with a date. If it’s been over 10 years, you may require a replacement. Parts degrade and sediments can build up in the tank. If you’re approaching 10 years or surpassing the manufacturer’s recommended lifespan, it’s time to schedule servicing.
Inconsistent Hot Water: If the hot water is not flowing as it used to or not at all getting the hot water you need, you may need a replacement. Schedule your hot water tank service to see what the root of the problem is.
Noises/Banging Sounds: There may be limescale and sediment built up inside your tank. As tanks age, these sediments bounce around inside the tank creating banging sounds. It may be wise to schedule drainage or descaling to clean out the tank and pipes.
Constant Repairs Required: If you’re constantly needing repairs done on your tank, it may just be reaching the end of its lifespan. It may be in your best interest to just get it replaced.
Leaking Tank: Sometimes your tank just needs to be serviced. Other times we find that the leaking occurs as internal parts degrade. If servicing your tank doesn’t do the trick, you may need to replace your tank entirely.
Quality of Water: Sediments can build up in your hot water tank. If you’re noticing colours changing from translucent to cloudy or reddish tones, there may be rust accumulating in the pipes.

MARCH SPECIAL: CASH FOR CLUNKERS

When you call us for a new water heater, we’ll pay you for your old one!

Call High Mark's plumbing experts to schedule your hot water tank service or replacement today at 604-945-6060.

Conclusion

We hope you found this blog post informative!

How often do you schedule your regular hot water tank maintenance?

We’d love to hear from you!

Send us a message on social media: Instagram and Facebook.

Let us know in the private messages or comments section!

Thank you for reading.

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Scott Bissett

Scott is an amazing plumber.. He started his career in the plumbing industry in 2001. He specializes in all areas of plumbing including commercial, residential, and service. In his free time Scott enjoys traveling and spending time with his family and wife.

WHAT’S A HOT WATER TANK? AND WHEN TO SCHEDULE YOUR HOT WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT

WHAT’S A HOT WATER TANK? AND WHEN TO SCHEDULE YOUR HOT WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT

What’s a Hot Water Tank?

When to Schedule Your Water Heater Replacement

Conclusion

What’s a Hot Water Tank?

When to Schedule Your Water Heater Replacement

Conclusion

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