Water Heater Repair in Elizabeth, LA

That rumbling or popping sound is caused by a thick layer of mineral sediment at the bottom of your tank. Water gets trapped under the sediment and boils, creating steam bubbles. A professional flush by Water Heater Repair Tech can clear this out and quiet the tank down.

Hissing usually happens when condensation from the tank drips down onto the hot burner beneath it. It can also happen if there is a tiny leak spraying onto a hot surface. Have a professional inspect it to be safe.

A gas burner should have a crisp blue flame. A yellow or orange flame indicates that the burner is not getting enough oxygen for complete combustion, which can produce dangerous carbon monoxide. It needs immediate cleaning and adjustment.

For an electric unit, a broken lower heating element means only the top half of the water is being heated. For a gas unit, the dip tube that directs cold water to the bottom of the tank might be broken, mixing cold water with the hot.

We highly recommend flushing your water heater once a year. Regular flushing removes sediment buildup, which protects the inner lining of the tank, improves energy efficiency, and extends the life of the unit.