Are you looking for a new water heater in the Akron, Ohio area? Do you think it might be time for a new one, but you aren’t sure? Have you recently moved into a home and aren’t sure if the current water heater is in good shape?
If any of these or similar situations apply to you, it may be time to get a water heater installed or replaced. Let’s take a closer look at water heaters, how they work, and how to know when it’s time for a replacement.
Which Type of Water Heater Do You Have?
- Electric
- Propane
- Gas
- Tankless
- Solar
- On-Demand
- Conventional
How Do Water Heaters Work?
Most water heaters tend to work the same way, regardless of which type of fuel they use. The main difference is that some units store water in a tank and use fuel to heat it, while others can heat water “on the fly” and create hot water as needed. The former are more traditional units, while newer ones tend to be able to heat the water as it becomes necessary.
Do I need water heater replacement?
Here are a few of the most common signs that your water heater needs maintenance and possibly needs to be replaced:
- The water isn’t getting hot anymore
- It makes a weird hissing sound or other unexpected noises when you turn the faucet on
- You start to notice that it takes longer for the water to heat up than it used to
- For gas units, the constant need to reignite the pilot light
- Water begins to pool up underneath the unit, suggesting a potential leak
- The house’s water bill is higher than usual
Additionally, there may be times when your current water heater works fine, but you might want to get it replaced anyway. For example, if you have a propane or natural gas model and you’d prefer electric (or vice versa) or if you just want to upgrade to a newer or better model for better performance.
How Long Do Water Heaters Last?
The lifespan of a water heater depends on several factors, including the style, manufacturer, how often it’s used, and more. However, generally speaking, conventional water heaters last a little over 10 years, electric units last 8-12 years, and tankless or solar units can last up to 30 years.
If you’ve recently bought the house or for another reason don’t have the documentation, you might not have the paperwork that came with the water heater. On the side of the unit, there should be a serial number that identifies the individual unit. You can then go to the manufacturer’s website, look up that number, and find the exact date that it was made.
How Much Does It Cost to Replace a Water Heater?
There are several factors that determine how much it’ll cost to install a water heater, including the size of the unit, the amount of labor it’ll take, how many parts we need to order, building codes that need to be followed, the cost of removing the old unit, small renovations to fit the new unit into place, and more.
For a more detailed quote or to find out more about how Buddy’s Plumbing Ecellence can help, give us a call or text at the number on this website.
Get Your Water Heater Installed or Replaced in Akron with Buddy's Plumbing Excellence
If you live in the Akron area and need a water heater installed or replaced, look no further than Buddy’s Plumbing Excellence, Your Fixed-Right-The-First-Time-Plumbers! Through our years of experience helping people like you throughout the area, we have what it takes to give our customers plumbing at the speed of NOW!
