Hot Water Heaters usually last 10-12 years in Colorado. When it’s time to replace your water heater you want to make sure you have the latest information and that you know your options.
- What are the telltale signs that a water heater has bit the dust?
- Should you replace or repair your hot water heater?
- Should you go with an environmentally friendly choice of a tankless water heater?
Listed below are the top 5 warnings your water heater is toast:
* A faucet fails to produce hot water
* Not enough hot water for your shower
* Water pooling up around the water heater
* Rust colored water coming out of the hot faucet
* Water tank emits weird smells or sounds
Here are our tips on repairing or replacing a hot water heater.
* A corroded water heater needs to be replaced, no other option!
* A leaking tank isn’t salvageable, water heater needs to be replaced.
* A leaky drain valve, pressure-relief valve or a worn-out heating element can be repaired.
But before you decide to do any repairs there are a few options to review. How old is your water heater? Hot water heaters in Colorado usually last 10-12 years. Replacing the water heater may make more sense financially if it’s getting up there in years.
The best advice is to get a free estimate on the repair costs and weight the costs of repair or replacement vs. how many years you have left on your water heater.