Why is my water heater ___?

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• No Hot Water & Temperature

  No hot water, lukewarm water, water too hot, or hot water running out fast.

  • Not Working
  • Not Heating
  • Not Getting Hot
  • Not Making Hot Water

• Leaks & Water Pressure

  Water on the floor, dripping valves, weak hot-water pressure.

  • Leaking
  • Leaking From the Top
  • Leaking From the Bottom
  • Pressure Relief Valve Leaking
  • Leaking Water
  • Leaking From The Drain Valve
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• Noises

  Popping, rumbling, hissing, whistling, banging, ticking or humming.

  • Making Noise
  • Hissing
  • Whistling
  • Popping
  • Making Popping Noises
  • Making A Popping Noise
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• Gas, Pilot Light & Combustion

  Pilot light problems, burner faults, gas odors and venting concerns.

  • Blinking Red

• Electric Water Heater Problems

  Tripped breakers, reset buttons, elements and thermostats.

  • Beeping
  • Not Turning On
  • Tripping the Breaker

• Efficiency, Costs & Maintenance

  High bills, short lifespan, flushing, anode rods and upkeep.

  • Not Draining
  • Draining So Slow
  • Constantly Running

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Every guide is written against public standards and manufacturer service literature, then reviewed before publication.

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• Consumer Product Safety Commission
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• National Fire Protection Association
• International Plumbing Code
• Uniform Plumbing Code
• AHRI
• Manufacturer installation and service manuals
• Established plumbing and water-heater trade references