Water Heater Repair in Kaplan, LA

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.

If your home is on a closed plumbing system (such as having a pressure reducing valve), thermal expansion can cause dangerous pressure spikes when water heats up. An expansion tank absorbs this pressure and protects your water heater.

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.

Hard water is very tough on tankless heaters because the intense heat causes calcium to rapidly build up inside the narrow heat exchanger. You must have your tankless unit descaled annually to prevent irreversible damage.

A good rule of thumb is the 10-year mark. If your tank is less than 10 years old and the issue is a faulty part (like a thermostat or element), repair is usually best. If the tank itself is leaking from the bottom due to rust, a full replacement is required.