Water Heater Repair

Water Heater Repair in Marion

When your home loses hot water, it’s normal to panic. After all, the modern home uses hot water all day long, from a morning shower to running the dishwasher. So when your hot water starts acting up, you need help—fast. At Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling, we’ve been providing Marion water heater repair service since 1969. Since then, we’ve been dedicated to offering our customers the highest levels of craftsmanship and customer service. With our team of highly trained, fully licensed, and insured plumbing technicians, you can count on Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling to get your hot water flowing again.

Professional Water Heater Repair Service

Our experts have the experience and the skills to handle any plumbing challenge they might encounter, including water heater repair service. With on-call technicians available, you’ll get the help you need if you have a plumbing emergency.

Signs You Need Water Heater Repair

While the lack of hot water is the most obvious sign that something is wrong with your water heater, it’s certainly not the only indication you need a water heater repair. Here are some of the most common problems you might encounter:

Fluctuating Water Temperature

You might notice that at times your water comes out piping hot, while other times it’s barely lukewarm. Usually, the difference is inconsistent, meaning you can’t predict the temperature based on the time of day, the location of the faucet, or other factors. When this happens, it usually indicates you have a problem with your heating element.

Lack of Hot Water

Most water heaters have a large tank that holds between 20-80 gallons of water, which heats throughout the day. If you run out of hot water sooner than you usually do—or you’re not getting any hot water at all—it’s likely due to one of two reasons. The first reason is that your water heater is too small for your current needs, and you may need an upgrade to a larger tank. The second reason is usually related to your heating element, which may have either failed or become corroded, limiting its ability to heat your water effectively.

Discolored Water

Over time, your water heater will accumulate sediment at the bottom of the tank. Without draining the tank annually as part of a regular maintenance routine, that sediment can make its way into your water supply, turning your water red or brown or flicking it with minerals. If your plumbing technician drains the tank but it doesn’t fix the problem, you may have corrosion, or rust, on the inside of your tank. If that’s the case, your best bet is to replace your water heater.

Odd Noises Coming from Your Tank

It’s not uncommon for your water heater to make some noises. However, when that sound gets louder and includes bangs, cracks, or pops, it’s a good indication that your water heater has a problem. Because there are several reasons why your heater might be making these noises, it’s important to call in a professional as soon as possible.

Leaks

The severity of a water heater leak depends almost entirely on where the leak is located. If your heater is leaking from the drain valve at the bottom of your tank, it’s a relatively easy fix for a professional. If it’s anywhere else in your tank, you’ll be better off investing in a new water heater.

To Repair or Replace?

While our first instinct is to repair your water heater, there’s always a chance that your best option will be installing a new unit. Over time, wear and tear adds up, and after 10 to 15 years even a well-maintained water heater will need to be replaced. If you think it might be time to replace your water heater, contact the team at Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling, and we’ll help guide you through the process.

Expert Water Heater Repair Near Me

The experts at Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling are proud to offer water heater repair in Marion and the surrounding area. We’re committed to improving our community, one home at a time, from large-scale installations to repairing a single faucet. If you need help with your water heater repair, contact us today to schedule your service call. No hot water in Montpelier? Our technicians diagnose pilot, thermocouple, element and thermostat problems and give you the price before any repair starts.

Water Heater Repair FAQs for Marion Homeowners

Why do I have no hot water?

On a gas water heater, it’s usually the pilot light, thermocouple, igniter or gas valve. On an electric one, it’s often a tripped breaker, a bad element or a failed thermostat. Check the breaker or the pilot first. If you smell gas, leave the house and call the gas company before anything else.

Why does my hot water run out so fast?

On an electric water heater, the lower element has often burned out, so only half the tank heats. On gas, it can be a lot of sediment taking up space or a broken dip tube mixing cold water in. Sometimes the tank is just too small for the household. We’ll figure out which one it is.

My water heater is leaking. Can it be repaired?

It depends where it’s leaking. A leak at the drain valve, relief valve or a fitting on top is usually fixable. If water is coming from the tank itself or the bottom is rusted out, the tank has failed and needs to be replaced. Shut off the water to it and call (765) 664-4328.

Should I repair or replace my water heater?

If the tank is under 8 to 10 years old and the problem is a part like a thermocouple, element or valve, repair it. If it’s over 10 to 12 years, rusty, or leaking from the tank, replacement makes more sense. Hard water in Grant County often shortens tank life.

Why does my hot water smell like rotten eggs?

This usually comes from a reaction between bacteria in the water and the anode rod in the tank, and it’s common with well water. Swapping the anode rod for a different type and sanitizing the tank usually fixes it. If the smell is on cold water too, it’s a water treatment issue.