A high-performance water heater is essential for everyday household needs, and these units require services to keep them working smoothly and reliably. Learn how Trio’s plumbing team can help with water heater services, including repair, maintenance, and installation.
Recognizing when your water heater is struggling and requires professional attention helps prevent breakdowns, inconvenient disruptions to your home’s routine, and more costly repairs. Look for these signs that your water heater might need repair:
Regular maintenance from a professional plumbing service, ideally once per year, optimizes the efficiency and longevity of your water heater. During an annual water heater maintenance and inspection, a licensed plumber performs these services:
Professional visits typically conclude with a full report of the inspection and maintenance services. Your plumber may recommend future repairs or replacements based on their findings. They can also guide you through at-home strategies to keep your system running smoothly between professional services, such as inspecting the tank for leaks or damage and periodically flushing out sediment.
Expert plumbers have the knowledge to correctly install water heaters according to local plumbing codes and regulations in San Francisco and the greater Bay Area, ensuring the safety and performance of your system. They assess your home to understand its hot water needs and determine the appropriate capacity and type of water heater.
Professional water heater installation avoids DIY mishaps, such as poor connections or improper settings. Many water heater manufacturers also require professional installation for warranty compliance.
Conventional water heaters feature a tank that stores hot water. These units continuously heat stored water to keep it ready for use. If depleted during high usage periods, you’ll have to wait for it to refill and heat the stored water.
In comparison, tankless water heaters, also known as instant or on-demand water heaters, don’t have a hot water reservoir; instead, they only heat water as needed. They have a smaller footprint than conventional heaters — some are small enough to fit under a sink.
Water heater repair vs replacement depends on several factors. Water heaters usually last between 10 and 15 years, and they lose reliability or efficiency as they age. If your water heater is approaching the end of its service life and frequently requires repairs, replacement may be more cost-effective.