WATER HEATERS AND TANKLESS WATER HEATERS IN SAN FRANCISCO
If a broken water heater system is leaving you standing in the cold (shower), it’s time to call in the experts at Arch Plumbing in San Francisco. Whether you have a storage tank water heater or a tankless water heater, our team can handle the problem so you don’t have to. For all of your water heater installation, servicing, and repair needs in San Francisco, our team of licensed, bonded and insured plumbers are ready to provide assistance. Call us at 415-375-0302 today.
Storage Water Heaters VS Tankless Water Heaters – How Each System Works
Storage water heaters act as a reservoir of hot water. Cold water enters the bottom of the tank, where it is warmed and kept warm either through a gas or electric heating system. When the hot water tap is turned on, hot water is released from the top of the tank. A traditional single-family storage water heater typically offers between 20 to 80 gallons of hot water at a time.
In contrast, tankless water heaters provide hot water on an as-needed basis. When the hot water tap is turned on, cold water is sent to a heating unit that heats the water, delivering a constant stream of hot water, although you might have to wait longer for it. Gas-fired tankless water heaters have a higher flow rate than electric ones, but relying on a single gas-fired system can mean there isn’t enough hot water for simultaneous uses, such as taking a shower while running the washing machine at the same time.
Installation, maintenance, and repair of a tank water heater is different to that of a demand water heater. Thankfully the licensed plumbing team at Arch Plumbing are experienced at ensuring your water heating system is in top shape, no matter what kind it is.
Storage Water Heater Repairs
For storage water heaters, these are some of the most common problems that can arise:
- Little or no hot water: Thermostat issues could be behind a water heater that produces too little hot water. Alternatively, the heating element needs to be looked into. For gas-powered heaters, check the pilot light and related fixtures like the thermocouple. For electric heaters, it’s important to check the heating element. Sometimes, these parts need to be replaced, and it’s important to let a trained plumbing professional do the job.
- Noisy water tank – Sometimes, sediment build-up at the bottom of the tank can be the culprit behind this noise, or your heating element may be burning itself out. Other causes of noise can be because of too much pressure in your heater tank. No matter the issue, it can be resolved by our team, and even prevented with regularly scheduled maintenance.
- Dirty looking water – If your water comes out looking rusty, there may be corrosion within your tank itself. Untreated, your tank will most likely require replacing if the corrosion leads to the tank developing a leask. If your water looks cloudy, it might be due to the build-up of sediment in your tank or pipes. Alternatively, your water heater anode rod might need to be replaced.
- Smelly water – If your hot water smells like rotten eggs or something bad, your water tank might be infected with bacteria. If flushing and disinfecting your water tank doesn’t work, let our experts examine the system for you, and help determine if a replacement tank may be necessary.
- Leaking – Leaks can spring from multiple sources, some of which are more concerning than others. Loose inlet or outlet pipes or failing valves can be a quick fix, or water might be coming from your overflow pipe. However, even the smallest leak coming from the heater tank itself means that the entire water heater needs to be replaced.
Tankless Water Heater Repairs
Proponents of tankless water heaters highlight their longevity and energy efficiency as big positives, but it is important to maintain the system well to reduce any problems that can occur, such as:
- Mineral buildup – If there are changes in water quality, especially cloudy or rusty looking water, this could indicate mineral build-up, which is bad for a tankless water heater system. Even the lightest coating of scale can have a serious impact on the efficiency and lifespan of your tankless heating system. Regular flushes need to be performed once a month to keep up on maintenance.
- Odd noises – Noises coming from your tankless water heating system can also be indicative of mineral buildup. It often means that so much sediment has settled on the inside of the unit that it has hardened. It is imperative to call a plumber to see what can be done.
- Inconsistent pressure, or low heat – If your valves have been tested and are all in order, and increasing the temperature settings on your system also have no effect, this could mean that your system is losing efficiency. Alternatively, there may be too much stress placed on a single water heater system, and an additional heater may be needed to take on the use load.
- Warning messages – If the system indicates ignition problems, or blockages in the air supply or exhaust, call our experts so we can manage the situation for you.
Whether you are looking to install a new heating system, or want an expert to look over your water heater issues, ask the experts at Arch Plumbing in San Francisco. Proper installation and maintenance doesn’t just optimize energy efficiency, it can also provide greater safety and peace of mind. Even if your water heaters are working fine right now, get in touch with us to schedule annual or monthly servicing for your heating systems so they can continue providing great results for even more years. Our family-owned and run business treats every job as if it were one of our own. Contact the licensed and bonded plumbing and heating experts today at 415-375-0302.
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121 Quint Street
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San Francisco, CA 94124
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415-375-0302
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