Tank Water Heater Repair & Replacement
Gas and electric tank water heaters, from 30 to 75+ gallons. Repairs are usually same-day, and new tanks go in with earthquake straps and haul-away of the old one.
Signs your tank water heater needs attention
- No hot water, or hot water that runs out much faster than it used to
- Water pooling around the base, or dripping from the relief valve pipe
- Rumbling or popping sounds (usually sediment on the bottom of the tank)
- Rusty or discolored hot water, or a rotten-egg smell
- A pilot light that won't stay lit, or an electric unit that keeps tripping the breaker
Common tank repairs
Many problems are a single worn part, and fixing it is far cheaper than a new heater. We repair gas valves and thermostats, thermocouples and flame sensors, igniters and pilot assemblies, heating elements and thermostats on electric units, anode rods, drain valves and temperature-and-pressure relief valves.
Gas or electric?
If your home has natural gas, a gas tank costs roughly a third as much to run as an electric tank at today's Southern California rates. Gas tanks also recover faster, so you're less likely to run out during back-to-back showers. Electric tanks are simpler and need no venting, which makes them a good fit for homes without gas, or a heat pump water heater is worth a look.
Choosing the right size
Most homes here use a 40- or 50-gallon tank. Families of five or more, or homes with a soaking tub, often need 75 gallons or a tankless water heater. We size by your household and the unit's first-hour rating, not just by copying the old tank.
Keeping your tank healthy
The Inland Empire's hard water leaves mineral sediment in the bottom of the tank. Flushing the tank once a year and checking the anode rod every couple of years can add years to its life. See how in our water heater guide, or let us do it for you.
More help with tank water heaters
- How old is my water heater?
- Repair or replace: how we decide
- How to flush a tank water heater
- What size tank do I need?
- Rusty water from the tap? What it means
- Low hot water pressure and your water heater
- Commercial water heaters and boilers for businesses
- Common water heater problems and their causes
- Hot water slab leak detection and repair
- Expansion tanks and dripping relief valves
- Hot water recirculation pumps
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Questions we hear a lot
Why is my water heater making a popping or rumbling noise?
Usually it's sediment from hard water on the bottom of the tank. Water trapped under the sediment boils and pops. A flush often helps; if the tank is old and noisy, it may be near the end of its life.
Why is water leaking from my water heater?
A leak from a fitting, drain valve or relief valve can usually be repaired. A leak from the tank itself means the inner lining has failed and the heater needs to be replaced. Turn off the water and power or gas, then text or call us.
Can I replace my 40-gallon tank with a 50-gallon?
Usually, yes. We'll check the space, venting, and gas or electrical supply, and make sure a bigger tank actually fits how your household uses hot water.
Are earthquake straps required?
Yes. California requires water heaters to be strapped to resist earthquakes, and we include straps with every installation.
No hot water? Text us now.
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