Hot water is necessary for homeowners to have all throughout the year. This is especially true during winter, when temperatures are at their coldest. In order to keep your water heater going, it needs to be kept in good condition. As time passes, however, you may start to notice signs that water heater maintenance may be necessary, but how can you be sure? Here are signs to watch for that could tell you to get water heater maintenance done.
Your Water is Rusty or Discolored
Have you noticed that the water you get looks kind of red? If so, this is a potential indicator of rust within the pipes or tank of your water heater. This rust can harm the integrity of your water heater system. As such, water heater maintenance will be needed so you can address the rusting, and get your water clean and rust-free once again.
You Notice Odd Smells From Your Water
Does your hot water have an unpleasant odor to it? Maybe it smells kind of like a rotten egg? If this is the case, it could be due to bacteria that exists within your water heater tank. Cleaning, and preventing, bacteria is pivotal for keeping these unpleasant smells from popping up.
Your Energy Bills Have Gone Up
While energy bills can fluctuate subtly throughout the year, you shouldn’t have a drastic spike in your energy costs. If you do, it could mean that your water heater is exerting far more effort than it should.
Part of your water heater maintenance regimen should involve addressing inefficiencies with your water heater. A plumbing professional should be able to help you diagnose the issue so that you can get your energy bill back to normal. The sooner you address these problems, the more money you’ll save overall.
For Water Heater Maintenance, Call Master Plumbing
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