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State select water heaters can have problemsTroubleshooting state select electric water heater can be difficult.

One of the most important appliances in your home is a hot water heater.Unless it has been turned off for some reason, a water heating system is used every single day.Problems can come up with any appliance.

Tank-type water heaters are fairly easy to use.When compared to other appliances, there are relatively few of their components.Most fixes can be made on your own.A new water heater is usually the only solution if the water tank is malfunctioning.

Some of the most common issues homeowners may experience are water heaters and hot water.There are sections for Electric and Gas water heaters.Work your way down the list until you find the issue that most resembles what you are experiencing.

If you are not completely comfortable with making your own repairs, please call a professional.

It's possible that you have a leak near the top of your electric water heater.The T&P valve may have failed, or the cold inlet or hot outlet pipes may be loose.All are easy to fix.Water Heater Leaking from the Top is more information.

A leaking electric heating element gasket, condensation, or a small amount of water being expelled through the overflow pipe are some of the things that can cause an electric water heater to leak.

The only way to fix a leaking tank is to replace it.Water Heater Leaking from the Bottom can be found here.

Water in an electric water heater is heated by two heating elements.The most common reason for no hot water is that the circuit breaker has tripped.

The heating elements may need to be replaced if that is not the cause.The limit/reset switch on the thermostat may be an issue.It may have tripped due to the hot water being too hot.

The thermostat may be to blame for not having enough hot water.It is possible to adjust the water temperature on the thermostat for the heating element.

The thermostat is usually hidden behind an access panel on the side of the tank on electric models.An electric thermostat is set at the factory and not intended to be changed, but sometimes it is necessary to do so.

During the cold winter months, you may need to slightly raise the thermostat temperature since the hot water gets cooled quicker through colder pipes as it travels through your home's plumbing.

Other possible reasons for not having enough hot water include a faulty thermostat, faulty element, loose wiring, or a water tank that is too small for your needs.For more information, see "What size water heater do I need"

This is related to the thermostat where the temperature is set too high.Gain access to the thermostat and adjust as you please.It is possible that this is needed when transitioning from cold to warm seasons.Click here for the recommended temperature setting.

If you can't lower the water temperature enough, you may need to replace your thermostat or there may be a wiring issue.

This is not a good thing with electric water heaters.Recovery time on an electric model is double that of a gas model.Depending on the model, the amount of time it takes to heat up water can vary.It's usually better if you're newer.

If it takes longer than usual for the hot water to recover, there may be an issue with the heating elements or thermostat and those parts need to be replaced.

If your household tends to use more hot water now than a few years ago, you may want to consider investing in a new model with a larger capacity tank, a tankless model, or installing a point-of-use water heater that's close to the water source you use the mostWe recommend doing some research on the tankless vs tank water heater comparison.

Older homes with 1/2-inch diameter galvanized piping are more likely to have low hot water pressure.Modern3/4-inch piping is the only solution since water pressure is limited.

Low hot water pressure may be caused by calcium-deposits and rust inside your plumbing or sink aerators.

If you hear popping, hissing, banging, knocking, or other strange noises from your water heater, it is most likely due to scale build-up on your heating elements or too much silt in the bottom of the tank.

Other causes of noises include a leak somewhere, too much pressure inside the tank, or noisy pipes.It is often harmless but should always be looked into because of the noise it makes.

The hot water can be a sign of rust on the anode rod.Once the tank develops a leak, you will most likely need to replace your water heater.Replacing the anode rod can add years to your water heating system.

If the water is not rusty but dirty or discolored, it may be because of scale build-up on the heating elements that is making its way into the hot water outlet.

bacteria in the tank is the most likely cause of stinky hot water.The homes that use well water are more likely to have a foul odor.If you want to fix the rotten egg smell from your hot water, you will need to replace the anode rod.A powered anode rod will get rid of the smell and last the longest.

A quick fix is to increase the temperature on the thermometer to 140 degrees.

You should first check the cold water inlet and hot water outlet pipes to make sure they are not loose.A loose temperature and pressure relief valve may be the cause of a leak.

It could be condensation, a leaking or loose drain valve, or the T&P valve draining some water through the overflow pipe due to tank overpressurization, if you see water leaking from the bottom of a gas water heater.

Replacement of the water heater is necessary if the leak is from the tank.For more information, see Water Heater Leaking from the Bottom.

If your pilot light is on, it's time to check gas flow.The issue may be with the thermocouple which doesn't sense that the pilot light is on and does not ignite the gas.It is possible that the thermocouple will need to be replaced.

If the circuit breaker is tripped, you need to check your breaker box.See here for more information.

Not having the thermostat set at a high enough temperature, a broken or damaged dip tube, or a faulty thermostat are some of the reasons for not having enough hot water.

Sometimes you don't have enough hot water because you have a tank that's too small.Even though you have a 40 gallon tank, only a small amount of hot water can be used at a time.It is possible to upgrade to a larger water heater in the future.

The thermostat may be set too high.When transitioning to the warmer Spring and Summer months, it's common to forget to set the temperature back in the winter.A faulty thermostat is less likely.

If the thermostat is set too low, the burner is dirty, or the gas pressure isn't high, it's time to get the vent flue cleaned.

For many, it is simply a matter of having too small of a water heater tank for their family's needs and it has never given them a chance to fully recover.

There is a good chance that you have the smaller galvanized piping in your home.This reduces the amount of hot water in your home.

The only way to get noticeably higher hot water pressure is to switch out the older piping that is used in today's homes.It is definitely not a small task.

It is possible to slightly increase water pressure by cleaning out sink aerators and shower heads.Make sure your water inlet valve is fully open.

There are a few possibilities as to why a pilot light won't light when you know how to light it.There is air in the gas line, the pilot light is not working, or the thermocouple is faulty.

A pilot light that frequently goes out is just as annoying.There are other reasons for your pilot light to go out.Downdrafts that blow out the pilot light can be caused by a bad gas valve or partially clogged vent.

A burner that at times goes out or produces an unusual, higher or lower than usual flame, or even a whistling sound, is most often due to dirty or clogged burner orifices.A dirty vent may be the cause of the problem.

Similar to an electric water heater, hissing, popping, knocking, or banging noises can sometimes come up.On gas models, this can be caused by dirty/clogged parts which gas flows through, as well as a build up in the bottom of the tank.

The inside of the water tank is usually to blame for the problem.The bigger problem is if the tank shows signs of wear and tear.It is only a matter of time before a leak develops and a new water heater is needed.

bacteria build up inside the tankA full clean-out of the tank with chlorine bleach may be necessary if the thermostat is turned up to 140 degrees.The anode rod will need to be replaced if the smell comes back.

I have a Jacuzzi tub in an upstairs bathroom.I am going to run PEX tubing from a tee in the basement hot water line to the bathroom where the Jacuzzi is.There is only enough room for a 4 gallon heater with a 1/2′′ inlet and outlet.Will I be able to fill the tub?It used to have copper up to the bathroom and then in the tub.Do you think the 4 gallon tank will help to fill the tub with hot water?The main does not.You can give me any advice I need.

What is the size of the main water heater?Is it possible to add a second full size water heater in the basement?If you have an oversized tub, you will most likely have issues with volume/pressure from a small point of use water heater.

There is a good thread regarding this: http://terrylove.com/forums/index.php?threads/not-enough-hot-water-for-jacuzzi-tub.

The gas supply line is so hot that it is melting the protective foam cover.Suggestions as to what it might be?

Excellent article!Before calling their local plumbing professional, homeowners can help themselves.Most of the time it is due to a lack of maintenance that we repair hot water heaters.The best thing a homeowner can do to ensure high performance and long lasting heating from their tank is to have it flushed annually.This will prevent odors and bad tasting water.Many of the issues stated in the article can be prevented by using it.The article outlines what homeowners can do to fix their plumbing problems.

I have anignitor that comes on in my gas hot water tank, but it won't lite the burner, maybe a new one will fix it, please share your thoughts on this.

Are you seeing a spark when you press the igniter?Have you tried cleaning the pilot line?Dirt around the burner is often the culprit.If you don't have a spark, first check your wire connection.

I had a problem with air build at my faucet after I replaced my gas hot water tank.Thank you for your response.

No water was being used while I was gone.Before it goes cold, I have about 5 minutes of hot water.Is it possible that that could be?

I have an automatic water heating system.The total power shuts down when I plug into Electricity connection.I'm getting the same problem.Can you tell me what to do?

The gas water heater is making a loud noise.The pressure valves have been replaced.The rushing noise was stopped for about four months.Two years ago, this house was built.Any suggestions?

The leaking black water that smells like something has burned as a result of the clanking sounds my heater is making.My landlord has had a lot of plumbing come in to fix it.Suggestions on what to do??

The 40 gallon gas unit does not get hot enough.No matter where I set the thermostat, it only gets water when I turn it on.The burner comes on once, but the water never gets hot before the burner cuts off again.

State Select 50 gal.The gas water heater won't keep the temperature.The water is a little warm when we don't use it for a long time.The water kicks in when we run it for a while.

My old hot water heater and second brand new one are not working because the cold water keeps backing up even when the heater is full.No one knows what is wrong.Our meter shows no signs of leaks, could it be busted pipes?I can't get hot water, where is the water?

The heating elements and the thermostats have been replaced.The thermostats are set at 150*.I am only gettingluke warm water at the faucets, though if I discharge water out of the top relief valve, steaming, very hot water is present.I was in the same situation before the replacements of the parts.Can anyone tell me more about my problem?

I own a 6-7 year old gas water heater.The pressure relief valve is releasing pressure on regular bases.I have changed the temperature setting.There is a lot of water in the bottom of the tank.Is this the reason or is it more along the lines of the valve?Or maybe the temperature probe?

When I turn the water on my gas water heater is gushing water from underneath.The tank was already empty when I went to empty it.The sides of the tank are dry.The tank started gushing in the middle of the night.Please help.

I have shut off the power and water to the hot water unit because it has water coming out of the side hub and I don't know what to do about it.I think it might be a settlement, but I am not sure.

We tried to light the pilot but it didn't work, is it possible to remove the gas valve and install a new one?

You can replace a gas control valve if you take it slowly.If you have a 9 year old water heater, a new one might be worth considering.I would recommend getting a free quote in your area on a gas control valve replacement if you haven't ruled out the thermocouple being the issue.

I have a question.In my apartment building in Orange County, CA, we have aCyclone Water Heater that has exploded intermittently for the last 2 months.It blows off about every 15 to 20 minutes at night.Very loud!It sounds like M80 is going off all night long.The apartment management team can't seem to find anything wrong with their regular plumbing.They have called a different plumbing company to check it out, and they can't find anything wrong.They had the unit serviced recently and that seems to have muffled the sound but it still explodes.I was able to record a few of the explosions.Our management company can't seem to fix this, so I'm hoping for some suggestions.

I turned both of them down as low as possible, not sure what to do with them.

The water is too hot at the lowest setting after you replaced the thermostat.Water heaters with two heating elements have two thermostats.It is possible that there is a short in the heating element which keeps it on all the time.

One of the pipes feeding into the tank gets hot when I turn the water back on, as my gas water heater is making a rushing noise, leaking water from the back, and bottom side.It has been off all day along with the pilot.

I had a new appliance.The T&P and drain valves are very hot.The discharge pipe is very hot.Is that normal?

You probably have a closed loop system that doesn't have an expansion tank.In that case, the valve is doing its job and releasing excess pressure in the tank.I would recommend putting in an expansion tank.

I have a gas and electric hot water heating system.Both went out at the same time.I looked at the breakers.There is a leak on the top.I don't see where the water is coming from.Any ideas?

The water heaters not working should be the least of your concerns if gas is leaking.It is possible that the rotten egg smell is only a chemical reaction in the water, but to be sure, I would call a locksmith asap.

I own a gas water heater that is 4 years old.I usually have no issues except for this morning.After taking my usual 15 minute shower, I heard what sounded like air escaping from the water heating system.I turned the water heater on again after turning it off.I am keeping an eye on the noise that has stopped.This is a 50 gallon unit.Any thoughts?

If the valve is faulty you shouldn't have an issue with excess tank pressure after a 15 minute shower.If that doesn't fix the issue, try turning the thermostat down a bit the night before the shower.

When cold water enters the tank to refill it makes contact with hot parts inside and makes more of a hissing noise.The noise could be caused by condensation on the outside of the tank.

The old water heater was leaking and had to be replaced.All working well.There was no hot water for five days.Is there an idea?

Make sure your breaker didn't trip.Simply reset if that is the case.It might be a wiring issue if it happens again.It is possible that a heating element failed.Similar to other appliances, there is a manufacturer's defect on a part.If it was a do it yourself install, contact the manufacturer.

Our brand new gas water heating system makes a loud noise.The tank is making noise.The kitchen faucet is turned on in the morning.

I have had a problem with my electric water tank for a long time.When I run a bath or fill the sink, the hot water runs for a few minutes and then slows to a trickle.I run long enough to fill the bath and then stop.When I turn the tap off, I run the water for a few more minutes, and then it slows to a trickle, so I repeat until I get a decent bath.I have had this problem for 15 years now, and it has been my insurance against repeating that, that I flooded my neighbours downstairs when I lived on the 9 floor.I have meant to sort it for years but never get around to it.A faulty ballcock arrangement, a blocked gate valve, low pressure, I'm pretty sure it's not the pressure as the cold water runs good?

Interesting.Does it happen on all hot water outlets?If you let the hot water flow stop for the tub and then open the faucet in a different part of the apartment, what will happen?There is a check valve issue at the top of the water heater.The wrong type of washer could be installed at the faucet.The hot water could cause the washer/gasket to expand and stop the water flow.Make sure the valves on the hot water shut off are open.The inside could be affected by heat and shut off water flow if they are not fully open.

We were away for 6 months and had to shut off the electric water heater.The hot water supply runs out after 5 minutes when we return.What should we check?

Is there a way to pass cold water until the hot water comes on?There is no use for the cold water.Phillip.

You have to push out the water that is in the pipes.It is possible to install a point of use water heater directly under the sink.It would not make sense to do that at every faucet in the house.

The house we just moved into has a 4 year old natural gas water heating system.We have been here for 5 months and everything has been fine.The water is not as hot as it used to be.It seems to be related to our water usage in the house.The water in the tank is hot enough for me to shower, but my wife complains that it is too cold.It is not enough to burn me or make me move my finger if I hold it under the water.I can't hold my finger under the faucet for more than a couple of seconds when the freshly heated water is considerably hotter than when it was first heated.Over the past few months, I have been waking before my wife, showering, and then she takes care of me.She tried to use our jetted tub and the tub filled with just kind of hot water tonight after complaining about the water being cooler than usual.I held my finger under the running tap to see if it was hot, but I didn't have to worry about it.The water was so hot that I could only hold it under the faucet for a few seconds.I don't know why the older water in the tank is cooler than the freshly heated water.How can we fix this?The thermostat on the unit is set to the letter B, but I don't have a thermometer to measure the temperature.Thanks for your help.

This is odd if we are talking about a gas, tank-style unit.If you consider how one works, this shouldn't be happening because the hot water in the top of the tank should be hot after a few minutes.If you increase the water heater temperature, you can see if it changes anything.It is possible that you have an issue with the thermostat or gas control valve.

The electric water heater is 12 years old.We get warm water when we take a shower or bath.We try again and get hot water.Any suggestions?

I have a problem with my cold supply line being hot and the hook up being too far from the top of the tank.

We have had problems with the furnace firing frequently with little to no water use, but we don't have issues with water temp or running out of hot water.We have 3 people in the house and it fires for about 2 hours a day. People have replaced the control panel on the furnace.

The hot water tank kicks out when it tries to heat up.It keeps clicking.I unplugged for 20 minutes and it will fire again, but not stay going.

When I turn the thermostat to heat the water, the pilot lite for a few seconds and then went out.

I have a newer John wood and it takes 10 minutes to get hot water to my kitchen and bathroom, but I don't know where to start.

The water in our rental unit runs hot for about five minutes and then goes cold for a while.Any suggestions?The tank is powered by electricity.

The thermostat, wiring, or a small tank could be the cause of not having enough hot water.It seems like the hot water lasts for two minutes in the apartment we just bought with my wife.It isn't long enough for a decent shower, even with both of us in it.We will have to get in touch with the facility to see if they can get a locksmith to fix the problem.

How do you keep the grate clean?There is a water heater.The grate is used to allow air to enter the heat chamber.Sometimes a day or two, sometimes weeks, I can brush the grate and resolve the situation.After brushing a grate, I can light the pilot.

I own a gas water heater.The bathroom on the other side of the house has hot water, but the kitchen behind the water tank does not.

The Marathon electric water heater has a plastic tank and no anode rod.The hot water copper pipes and fittings are failing at an accelerated rate.Before the cold water goes to the water heater it needs to be run through a water softener.The copper piping has an electrical charge transmitted to it due to wires being run side by side from the panel to the water heater.What could be causing the problem?

My gas water heater is leaking water from the overflow pipe, sometimes as much as a cup of water a day.The temperature used to be set at "B" pass "Hot", but we have turned it down to "HOT" only, the water temperature doesn't seem to have changed much when taking a shower, and we still have water coming out from the overflow pipe.How can we fix the problem?Thank you so much.

There is a bad TPR valve that is leaking.If you still get a lot of water coming out of the overflow pipe, you need to replace it.

A small leak at the lower element is causing the tank to fill every two minutes, can this be from the leak?

The hot water system we have is 11 years old.We have never had a problem before.Even though the temperature is going to be high, the water is not getting hot enough.The water coming out of the tap is very hot.

We have a haunted dog.It releases 2 gallons of water into the pan every 10 days.It is not from the pressure relief valve.The insulation on the tank is dry so it doesn't appear to be leaking.It would leak constantly if it was the drain valve.It must be frightening.

I have your daily 40Gal.There is a gas hot water tank.When I take a shower, I get hot and cold water.This happens every few seconds.I can get hot or cold.Any ideas?

The water was off for 4 hours due to a fire sprinkler company working on something, however, a half a day later hot water runs only to the kitchen, but not the 2 bathrooms.Maybe it's due to the pipe heading toward the bathroom.

3 years is enough for a full warranty to run out.The water is very hot when taking a shower.As you shower, you just have to keep turning the knob.When a family member goes to shower, it starts hot and then gets cooler.

What is the water heating capacity?The dip tube can be cracked or broken.Fresh cold water is delivered to the bottom of the tank where it can be heated.If it is broken, the cold water is released to the top where it mixes with the hot water.The hotter the water is, the colder it gets.Since there is no new cold water in the tank when the hot water is turned off, the water heater gets a chance to heat the whole tank.The next person starts showering.

I replaced my water tank in November of 2019.In 13 years, the previous tank never failed.What can cause this problem?

I can't adjust the water temperature to a cooler setting because my gas water heaters works OK and there are no error codes.The water stays hot no matter what setting I use.It is either cold or hot when I try to adjust the flow at the shower or faucet.I can't find anyone else talking about this problem.

The most common issues are the water heater and hot water system.Since I can't figure out what's going on in the office, I might as well call a commercial heating repair company.I have noticed that it creates disturbing sounds inside.I'm hoping to find someone that can fix it.

My mom's basement was flooded and I came to light the hot water heater.It wouldn't light when I tried every ten minutes.She got this last year when her basement flooded.What can I do?I think she doesn't need a new one or be taken advantage of, she is a widow.

When you turn the hot water on in the house for a few minutes, it sounds like a tug boat is coming.The noise stops.

There is a persistent leak from the overflow pipe onto the floor.It seems more of an annoyance than a problem.Is there a remedy?Thanks.

When I turn off the circuit breaker and hit the reset buttons, the heat comes back on, but then it goes off again.Any ideas?

State select water heaters can have problemsTroubleshooting state select electric water heater can be difficult.

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