An odd sound coming from any appliance in a home is usually a sign of concern: something isn’t working right. And odd noises coming from a water heater—especially rumbling sounds—can get people extremely nervous and concerned.
Ken Neyer Plumbing, Inc. Blog: Archive for the ‘Water Heaters’ Category
Why Is My Water Heater Making a Strange Noise?
Tuesday, June 7th, 2016I Don’t Have Any Hot Water! What Should I Do?
Monday, May 16th, 2016Waking up in the morning and finding that your shower isn’t sending any hot water your way is one of the more unpleasant surprises you can encounter. Any time that your home suddenly loses its supply of hot water is an emergency situation. What can you do about it? Below, we’ll show you the best way to go about restoring your water heater to full function.
Signs You May Need Repairs for Your Tank Water Heater
Monday, May 9th, 2016Storage water heaters, also known as tank water heaters, are the most common type of water heater found in U.S. homes today. You probably have one working in your house right now, making sure that you and your family continually have quick access to a supply of hot water for cooking, cleaning, and bathing.
Tank vs. Tankless Water Heaters: Which One Is Really the Best?
Monday, April 25th, 2016We’ve written before about the different types of water heaters that are available on today’s market. Where once everyone used storage tank water heaters, tankless systems have become increasingly popular. When you are looking to replace an older water heater, or are planning on the first installation of a water heater in a new home, you’ll have to balance out whether or not to go with a tankless model. Is tankless automatically the better option? Let’s take a closer look at the “tank v. tankless” debate.
4 Reasons to Schedule Water Heater Replacement
Monday, February 29th, 2016Conventional tank water heaters can last between 15 to 20 years provided they receive regular maintenance and prompt repairs as required. But there’s no way to stop the inevitable effects of wear on a water heater. At some point, you’ll need to consider replacing the system rather than to keep slogging ahead with repairs. Below are 4 reasons that you may wish to have your water heater replaced.
How a Heat Pump Water Heater Works—And Why You May Want One
Monday, February 8th, 2016For many decades, one type of water heating system held sway over them all: the storage tank water heater. These systems are still around and still doing excellent work for homes. But now they have to share the stage with new technology that offers some excellent advantages to customers. One of these newcomers is the heat pump water heater.
Some of Your Choices for New Water Heater Installation
Monday, January 11th, 2016The beginning of the year is a good time to get a fresh start, and that includes replacing old appliances around your home that are no longer doing the job you demand from them. For example, how long have you had your current water heater? A water heater that’s over 15 years old is probably past its date of effective operation, and it’s costing you too much to keep running it. Installing a new system will allow you to take advantage of developments in technology that make water heaters more energy efficient and convenient than ever.
Consider Installing a Tankless Water Heater—Here’s Why
Monday, December 14th, 2015When most people think of water heaters, what comes to mind is a large metal tank where water is kept at a constant high temperature so it’s ready whenever a hot water tap comes on in a house. This type of water heater is called a storage tank water heater. They may be the most widely known and used residential water heaters, but they aren’t the only type. A unit that has become popular in Europe and now in the United States is the tankless water heater. If you are in the market for a new water heater for your home, you should give serious consideration to going tankless. Here are some reasons why: