Water Heater Installation & Repair in Columbia, SC

While a traditional water heater will continuously store and heat your home’s water throughout the day, a tankless water heater heats your water on demand. Tankless water heaters have become more popular due to their increased efficiency and convenience; you never have to worry about running out of hot water if you have multiple members of the household showering consecutively.

A current caveat to tankless water heaters is their larger upfront costs for installation, however this is consistently changing as the increased demand drives down the price. And it’s important to remember that while tank water heaters deteriorate over time, often suffering from internal mineral buildup and petering out after six to eight years, tankless water heaters can last up to 20 years with minimal maintenance — providing a great return on investment.

If your home employs the conventional tank water heater, odds are it’s emptying before it has time to refill and reheat the water you need. Some other possible reasons that your water heater is running out of water more quickly are sediment buildup, a damaged lower heating element, or a broken dip tube.

Sediment buildup: This is when small amounts of minerals such as calcium or magnesium naturally accumulate in your water heater, displacing the water in the tank. For example, if you have a 40-gallon water heater that has built up 15 gallons of sediment, your water heater is only capable of carrying over 25 gallons of hot water.

Damaged lower heating element: Most electric water heaters have heating elements near the top and bottom. The lower element does most of the heating through conventional currents, so when water is cold, it travels to the bottom, heats up, and then rises to the top. For this reason, the top heating element only turns on periodically, so if you notice your hot water isn’t consistent, it could be due to a lower heating element issue.

Bad dip tube: The dip tube makes sure that the cold water coming into your tank is pushed to the bottom to be heated. There are two common reasons your dip tube may not be functioning properly. It could need to be replaced due to wear and tear over time, or it could be damaged. Either way, it will need to be repaired or replaced in order to restore total hot water functionality.

If your water heater tank is leaking, there’s most likely an internal problem that’s causing water to leak and pool around your tank. Usually, the cause is a buildup of sediment within the tank. It’s important to drain the sediment from your tank regularly to prevent cracks and rust accumulation, which can lead to leaks.

Your water heater’s label should include directions on how to relight your pilot light. If this doesn’t work, or if it goes back out right away, you could have a bad control thermostat. Your plumber will be able to pinpoint the exact issue and provide comprehensive solutions whether you require repairs or replacements.

With proper maintenance, your water heater should last approximately 10 years. While some issues can be repaired, such as burning assembly, heating elements, valves, thermostats, igniters, and motors, if you are nearing the end of its overall service life, it’s a good idea to start considering your replacement options.

If you have questions about your Columbia, SC, home’s water heater, don’t stress. Contact the industry experts at Meetze Plumbing by calling 803-732-3747 or scheduling your services online. We’ll get to the bottom of your issue quickly and provide comprehensive solutions that will have your hot water back in action quickly and affordably. 

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When you need help and advice on choosing the right water heater for your home and family, you can rely on the friendly, expert advice you receive from Meetze Plumbing. We can show you all the latest systems and compare features such as energy efficiency, operating costs, and speed of hot water production to help you make an informed choice.

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Our exceptionally high standards and dedication to our customers mean you always get friendly, on-time service. Our helpful team of local experts is happy to take the time to answer your questions and advise you on a range of water heating solutions to suit you.

For unmatched customer service and reliable water heating solutions for your Columbia, SC-area home, call 803-732-3747 and speak with the water heating experts at Meetze Plumbing today. You can also contact us online.