You may have to deal with the plumbing crisis at any time in your life. Even if you have a small plumbing problem, such as a leaking faucet or burst pipe, you must get it fixed as soon as possible. If ignored, even small problems can turn into serious problems.
Sometimes, homeowners simply face challenging situations. Things can go wrong at any time with any of the various systems that help keep your home running as you expect, from your electrical systems, the appliances you use every single day, and of course, your plumbing system. Everyone depends on their plumbing system in order to be able to shower and bathe, wash dishes, water their gardens outside, use the restroom, and more.
Well-maintained water heaters can work efficiently for more than a decade. But when they reach the end of their lifespan, they stop producing enough hot water and they get corroded. When these signs appear, it is time to get a professional plumber to check the water heater and tell you if it's time to replace it.
Imagine you want to take a warm shower, but only cold water comes out. Or that you need to get rid of the grime in your dishes, but there is no hot water, so you must scrub more and spend more time in the kitchen instead of doing the things you like. It is in situations like that when we realize the importance of water heaters have.
If your water heater is getting older, it's a good idea to shop for a replacement before you run out of hot water, or worse... wake up ankle-deep in it! Take note of the energy sources available to you, and the amount of hot water you expect to use. Not every form of energy will work with every kind of heating appliance and some work slower than others. Tanks work with solar, electricity, oil and gas (natural or propane) but tankless units work with only electricity and gas sources. Heat pumps use only electricity.