Home owners have a lot of responsibilities, and a lot of expenses. This is why it is so important for them to do troubleshooting throughout the home on a regular basis. The sooner problems are noticed, the sooner they can be taken care of. Some of the problems are simple fixes, while others require bringing in professionals who are trained in certain types of repair work.
One thing that home owners need to check on regularly is their water heater. In Toledo, OH, home owners should be looking for certain things regularly in order to know that everything is in proper working order. Some of the things to look for include:
* Leakage -: One of the most common problems with these units is leakage. There are many reasons for this, including corrosion, and overheated water leaking out from the temperature and pressure relief valve. If there are leaks, it is best to have a technician come in to fix the problem. Condensation is not the same as leakage, and is nothing to worry about, as it is common, especially in newer systems, and it usually happens not long after the unit starts working.
* Water is too hot or too cold -: This is usually a problem with the thermostat, and it is likely that this part will need to be replaced. Parts are available for do-it-yourself jobs, but this, like most repairs on a
* water heater in Toledo OH
* is best done by someone who is trained to do it properly.
* Discolored, milky, or rusty hot water -: This is never a good thing. It is likely that there is corrosion inside the tank, and that it will need to be completely replaced. Another reason for this is that the anode is not working.
* Water smells funny -: If the water has a sulfuric smell (similar to rotten eggs), there is likely bacteria in the tank. A special procedure involving chlorination will need to be performed in order to get rid of the bacteria.
When home owners find trouble with systems, help is just a call away at Atlas Heating Co Toledo OH, and 24 hour emergency service is available.
