Boise Tankless Water Heater Repair
Hard water is a leading cause of problems with tankless water heaters. Calcium and magnesium in the water harden into limescale that coats the heating element and acts like an insulator. It also clogs valves, hoses, and pipes. That scale can cause increased operating costs, temperature fluctuations, and many other problems. Descaling the system is an effective repair. If the issue occurs often, you may need routine descaling and may want to consider adding an anti-scale device.
Power issues are another common reason you may need to schedule tankless water heater repair services. All on-demand water heaters need some electricity. This is true of fuel-burning models as well. You may experience a tripped circuit breaker from time to time. If you do, reset it once. If it trips again, call us for a repair. Don’t keep resetting it, as it indicates a more serious electrical problem. Continuing to use the system can cause more damage.
When is it time to replace an on-demand water heater rather than repair it? There are a range of factors to consider, including the repair cost and the system’s age and condition. One of the compelling aspects of tankless water heaters is that they can last a very long time. That said, once an older system starts having issues, it can become prone to repairs.
An exciting aspect of tankless water heater replacement is that the technologies have improved a lot. Energy efficiency is better now than even a decade ago. There are higher flow rates available. You’ll notice sophisticated designs as well. It’s common, for instance, for on-demand systems to have integrated recirculating pumps.
Watch for these other signs it may be time for tankless water heater repair or installation services.
- Long hot water delay
- Insufficient hot water
- Inconsistent temperatures
- Cold-water sandwich effect
- Discolored or smelly hot water