A Water Heater can fail at anytime
A Water heater can fail for many reasons in the Upland area. It usually is because of the harsh water we have and how it interacts with your water heater. Minerals and chemicals in the water supply can cause the water heater tank or components to fail. You can prolong the life of your water heater tank by draining and flushing it.
Sediment that builds up in the water heater
tank will cause the water heater to waste energy as the water heating process becomes increasingly inefficient. Sediment will also contribute to corrosion of the steel tank, shortening the life of the water heater. The sacrificial anode rod, which protects the steel tank in the Water heater from electrolysis,the Water heater can become so eroded by electrolysis that it no longer provides protection of the Water heater tank. You should have your water heater inspected once or twice a year (depending on water conditions) to make sure the anode rod is still functioning properly and drain and flush the tank.If you live in an area with high water pressure and you don’t have a Pressure Reducing Valve (PRV) or your PRV is not functioning correctly, that too can cause unwanted stress on the water heater and components such as your temperature and pressure relief (T&P) valve, expansion tank or expansion valve, and the various appliances in your house. High water pressure can also cause water hammering in your plumbing system.
A Tankless water heater are another option to look at
They only heat your water when there is a demand for it. They occupy a smaller space than traditional water heaters and are more energy efficient. Some models are so efficient that they qualify for tax incentives from the government.General Electric has recently introduced a Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heater that can create hot water from the ambient heat that surrounds it or if none is available it switches over to produce hot water from an electrical source. Upland Plumbing is an authorized dealer for the GeoSpring water heater that is licensed to install water heaters.A solar thermal water heating system is another way to heat your water.
With rebates and tax credits your system can pay for itself in as little as three years. Upland Plumbing has been installing solar hot water heating systems since the 80′s. We can also service or repair your old solar hot water system if the original installer is no longer around, or design a new one for you.
Our trained technicians can diagnose your problem water heater and usually fix it on the spot. We offer same day service for emergency situations.
