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Water heaters work extremely hard behind the scenes and provide homes with hot water for appliances and taps. Sometimes, they perform a bit too hard, which results in problems that may require professional service.

Plumbing Emergency 24/7 one of the leading emergency plumbing service providers in the UK have outlined below the most common water heater problems that you should know.

Issues with water temperature – This is one of the most common problems you will encounter with your water heater. You might find that the water is cold even though your water heater is plugged in. This might be due to a faulty heating element or a faulty thermostat. Next, you might experience that the water is warm, but not hot. The reason might be an undersized water heater. The third problem that you might face is the water is too hot. This is usually the case when you have set the thermostat too high. You need to adjust the thermostat to get the best balance of efficiency and heat.

Leaks – Leaks might result from several things, including incorrect water pressure, a defective temperature and pressure relief valve, a stuck valve, overheating, a bad gasket, a loose heating element bolts, a leak from a nearby plumbing connection or a leaking water tank. You need to check for loose plumbing connections and see if tightening them reduces the leak. However, be careful not to make it too tight. Next, you can check the heating element bolts, and if they are loose, you need to tighten them. In extreme cases, you may have to replace the gasket and to hire a professional is strictly recommended. If you want to eliminate tank leak issues altogether, you can switch to a tankless water heater.

Odd noises – The cause of strange noises might be sediment build-up. You may attempt to fix this issue by flushing the water heater. But, if the problem persists or the build-up is too much to remove, you can contact us, and we will replace your water heater.

Discoloured water – Rusty water might be indicative of corrosion inside the tank’s lining and might be caused due to a failing anode rod. Talk to our expert technicians to determine whether you need to replace the anode rod, or a simple repair would do.

Do you need a water heater replacement or repair service in the UK? Trust the experts at Plumbing Emergency 24/7. Connect with us and discuss your problems. We will come to your premises promptly and resolve the issue. Our prices are competitive, and you can rest easy knowing that our plumbers are all highly trained and certified.