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How Often Should You Flush Your Water Heater?

3/22/2017

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​Along with installing it correctly, a regular water heater maintenance is necessary to keep the water heater running efficiently. Flushing your water heater is the first and best way of maintaining it. Here are some common questions about flushing water heaters that arise in the minds of most homeowners.
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Why Should You Flush Water Heater?
Draining and flushing heater tank on a regular basis prevent debris, sediments, and minerals from depositing on the walls and at the bottom of the water heater tank. These sediment buildups affect the quality of water and make it harmful to consume. You may obtain colored, smelly water from it because of the sediments. The water heater may heat up too much or take too long to reheat the water because of these mineral deposits. Flushing eliminates these problems and helps increase the efficiency and lifespan of the water heater. If you don’t drain and flush your water heater for years, your water heater will spring a leak. 

How Should Your Flush Water Heater?
  • Turn off the cold water supply to the water heater.
  • If you have a gas water heater, turn the temperature setting to ‘Pilot’. If you have an electric water heater, turn the electric supply off.
  • Let water inside the tank cool down. This may take a couple of hours.
  • Connect a garden hose to the drain valve located at the bottom of the water heater tank.
  • Keep a big bucket handy to collect the drained water or extend the hose to a place where you can discharge water.
  • Open the temperature-pressure relief (TPR) valve and open a hot water faucet (in the sink or tub) to release the vacuum from forming in the plumbing pipes connected to the water heater.
  • Open the drain valve and let the water from the water heater tank drain. Drain the tank completely.
  • Turn the cold water supply to the heater and flush the tank. Flush till you obtain clear water from the tank.
  • Close the drain valve, detach the hose, and let the tank fill with cold water.
  • Turn on your gas or electric water heater as you generally do.

How Often Should You Flush Water Heater?

The need for flushing your water heater depends on the water quality, your region, size of the water heater tank, and the number of members in your house. If you have 1-3 people in your family, flush your water heater every 12-15 months. If you have 5 or more family members, consider flushing the tank every 6-8 months. Also, the harder the water in your area, the more likely you’ll need a more frequent tank flush. 

If you haven't drained and flushed your tank it for years, flushing it now may cause problems you could never imagine of. Though flushing the water heater tank is an easy task, it can become dangerous to do it on your own after long intervals. Call our water heater experts at Hot Water Tanks Edmonton to do the work for you with their expertise.
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Should You Repair or Replace Your Water Heater?

3/20/2017

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It is often difficult to decide what will be better, replacing or repairing your water heater. On one hand, you might not want to invest a lot in a new water heater. But, on the other hand, you would just want to get rid of those recurring repair costs. Examine your water heater thoroughly on your own or with the help of professional water heater installers and look for various defects. The defects will help you decide whether you should replace or repair your water heater. Here are a few things to consider to help you make a more clear decision.

When Should You Repair Your Water Heater?

Some repairs can help you save high replacement costs and make your water heater efficient again.
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  • Water Heater Defects
Most of the water heater defects like leaks from the top and bottom of the tank, loose plumbing and electrical connections, sediment buildups inside the tank, rumbling noises, various component failures, etc. can be easily repaired. It is okay to repair these defects immediately rather than replacing the entire water heater.

  • Ongoing Warranty
Some repairs can be expensive but are covered in the warranty that comes along with the water heaters. If you face several issues and have a valid warranty, get it repaired. If not, consider replacing as the repairing cost can be more expensive than buying a new water heater.

When Should You Get a New Water Heater?

By replacing your water heater, you can help stop a plumbing emergency before it becomes a catastrophic issue. 

  • Older Water Heater
An old water heater can trouble you all the time. The older components of the heater become inefficient and need repairs all the time. The average life of an electric water heater is 20-25 years, whereas that of a gas water heater is 10-15 years. Not only this, the older water heaters are constructed using older technologies. Replace your water heater with new, Energy Star-rated ones for the regular supply of hot water.

  • High Energy Costs
An aging water heater can consume a lot of energy and produce high water and utility bills. But, if your water heater is not too old but still consumes a lot of energy and water, consider replacing it with an energy-efficient variant.

  • Frequent, Costly Repairs
Keep a check on the number of times you notice various water heater defects and call an expert to fix them. If this happens more often in a short span of time, it is a sign that your house needs a water heater replacement. Repairing your water heater over and over again can be more expensive than replacing it.

Whenever your water heater breaks down, analyze and think twice if repairing or replacing will be a smarter choice. If you are unable to take the decision, feel free to call our water heater experts at Hot Water Tanks Edmonton. We will know which solution will exactly suit your situation.
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Troubleshooting the Gas Water Heater

3/14/2017

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A gas water heater is one of the most important appliances in your home, but it is often ignored. Like any other appliance, problems can come up if you take it for granted. If you experience water heater problems, you must follow these gas water heater troubleshooting tips. 

If There is no Hot Water
  1. Pilot light not ignited - The pilot flame may go off due to several reasons. Check if the pilot is lit. If not, light the pilot so that it lights the burner and produces hot water.
  2. Faulty thermocouple - If you see that the pilot is lit but still you don’t get hot water, it could be due to a faulty thermocouple.  In such a case, the thermocouple cannot sense the pilot flame. Retighten or replace the thermocouple. 

If Pilot Light or Burner Goes Off
  1. Partially or entirely turned gas valve - The pilot light and burner won’t stay lit for long or won’t ignite if the adequate amount of gas is not supplied to them. Check if the handle of the gas valve is not moved partially or all the way. This can restrict the gas supply to the pilot and burner.
  2. Clogged or blocked orifices or tube - Clogged, blocked, or dirty tube obstructs the gas supply to the pilot and burner, whereas dirty orifices don’t ignite efficiently. Call professional water heater experts and get the gas tube and orifices cleaned or replaced.
  3. Damaged thermocouple - A faulty or damaged thermocouple will affect the temperature controlling factor. It is best to replace the faulty thermocouple so that the pilot flame and burner can ignite and stay lit.

If You Get Too Hot or Less Hot Water
  1. Thermostat set on too high or low value - The thermostat regulates the water temperature inside the gas water heater. If the thermostat is set at a too high or low value, it will produce very hot or cold water respectively. Check the thermostat reading and set it at 60°C.
  2. Damaged thermostat - Failing thermostat is incapable of maintaining the desired water temperature. Replace the faulty thermostat at the earliest.

If You Get Colored Water
  1. Failing anode - The anode in your water heater is responsible for controlling corrosion and oxidization inside the water heater tank. Faulty or dissolved sacrificial anode fails to do so. Replace the anode every 1-2 years.
  2. Corrosion in the plumbing system or water heater tank - Hard water supply from the main water source can lead to corrosion inside the plumbing system. Replace the corroded plumbing components. Install a water softener to reduce the corrosion in the future. 

​Leaks from the water heater, slow water reheating, rumbling noise from the tank, and unusual smell from the tank are some other gas 
water heater defects. If you suspect any of these problems, it is advisable to call professional water heater repairers rather than ignoring them. Call Hot Water Tanks Edmonton and we will be there to troubleshoot your water heaters.
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Why Does an Electric Water Heater's Reset Button Keep Tripping?

3/10/2017

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​Ever wondered what is that red button on your electric water heater that keeps tripping for various reasons? The water heater reset button, also known as the high-temperature cutoff or high-limit switch is located at the center of the limit switch just above the water heater thermostat. Let’s look at the reset button in more detail.

What is the Use of the Reset Button?
The red reset button is used to save the electric water heater from becoming inefficient or blasting. This button turns off automatically if the water temperature inside the water tank exceeds the temperature limit. This tripping of the red button protects you from getting scalded or burned when using hot water.

What Causes the Reset Button to Trip?

High Water Temperature
Extremely hot water will majorly cause the water heater limit switch to trip. As the temperature of the water inside the water heater exceeds 820C, the high-limit switch trips. Hot water inside the tank can be because of several reasons.


Defective Thermostat
A stuck or defective thermostat is another reason why the high-limit switch keeps tripping. The heating element of a malfunctioning thermostat can operate continuously even when it is not in use This enormously increases the temperature inside the electric water heater. Use a digital multimeter to obtain the continuity reading from the thermostat.

Shorted Heating Element
It often happens that the thermostat is working properly, but the heating element may be working abnormally.. If the heated element is shorted to the ground, it will trip the reset button because of the excessive load. Disconnect the element wires, take the continuity reading from the terminals on the element and tank, and check the element. A "0.000" reading indicates a shorted element.

Loose Wiring
A loose wiring of the thermostat and heating element/s can generate high amounts of heat inside the water tank. This heat, as we know, is generally the cause of a tripped reset button.

Faulty Button
You checked everything and found no heating problem or defective elements, but the button still keeps on tripping. This can possibly be because the reset button itself is defective or faulty. A faulty high-limit switch can result in malfunctioning and tripping. Contact our professionals to examine the faulty button and repair or replace it as per the need.

Fixing a tripping reset button is simple as you just have to replace the heating elements, thermostats, or the wiring. This can generally be done on your own. But, it is good to call Hot Water Tanks Edmonton professionals to avoid any mishap or problem during the repairing process.
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How to Reduce Your Water Heater's Energy Usage?

3/1/2017

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​Many of us don't know, but our water heaters are the large contributors to our energy bills. The electric water heaters use around 18% of the total energy usage in any house. But, the good part is that you can lower the energy usage without doing a lot. Find out how you can reduce the energy consumption easily.

Use Less Hot Water
The water heater consumes energy while heating water. The more hot water you use, the more energy is consumed by the water heater. Hence, try to use less amount of hot water. You can take quick showers and turn off the faucet while brushing teeth, soaping, or shampooing. You can also wash utensils and laundry in cold water. 

Lower The Temperature
For every 10° of temperature you turn down, you’ll save 3% to 5% on your energy bill. Turn down the temperature controlling thermostat and maintain the water temperature at 120°F in all the cases. This way you will save a huge amount of energy usage on a daily basis.

Insulate The Tank and Pipes
Insulating the tank and pipes near the tank can keep water inside the tank hot for a longer period. This reduces the energy used to reheat water every now and then. Insulate the water heater tank with an insulating blanket of R-value of at least 24. Insulate the pipes using a self-sticking foam seal.

Install Low-Flow Faucets and Appliances
Low-flow faucets, showerheads, toilets, dishwashers, and other fixtures and appliances reduce the water consumption by 25%-60%. These faucets and showerheads do not exceed the usage limit of 2.5 gallons per minute.

Turn off When Away
If you have a storage water heater, it will continuously consume energy to heat water, even when it is not in use. Hence, turn off the water heater electric supply when you are away for a while or on a vacation. When you return, you will just have to wait for an hour for water heating. But, this wait will be worth the usage that you’ll reduce.

Replace with Energy Star-Rated Water Heater
The Energy Star-rated appliances are considered to be more energy efficient. A Star-rated water heater uses 31% less energy and 33% less water. You can also consider installing other Star-rated appliances like dishwasher and washing machine.

Regularly Maintain the Water Heater
Maintaining your water heater regularly will help you identify and eliminate the possible defects and problems. Various water heater problems can affect the efficiency of your water heater. An inefficient water heater consumes a lot of energy and results in high energy bills. 
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If your water heater requires repairs too often or if it has crossed its efficiency age, consider replacing it. Contact Hot Water Tanks Edmonton to know which water heater will suit you the best.
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