How Much Does It Cost to Repair A Water Heater

When it comes to water heaters it is the last thing on your mind until it doesn’t work. Just think of all the things you depend on it to do.

You might skip a cold shower, Dishes might not get cleaned, stains won’t come out of clothes,  so it may seem as though life as you know it has stopped.

Getting Your Water Heater Repaired is probably the first thing that will cross your mind. But before you consider repairing your water heater first check to see how old it is. Most water heaters only last about 10 – 15 years, maybe it is time to replace it instead.

If your water heater is more than say 7 years old replacing it might be an option. Alfa plumbing services can help you decide if a replacement is the best option. We will test your water heaters parts to determine if a repair would be in your best interest for the long haul.

In the Baytown Tx area, the average cost of a water heater repair will run about $526. Most common repairs run from $201 – $850. The hourly rate of a plumber will depend on the experience ranging from $45 – $150.

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Whatever the case may be Alfa Plumbing Services will blow your socks off with there timely response. Cost-effective diagnosis of your water heater problems, honesty, and caring of others.

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From water heaters to everyday plumbing fixture installation and repair to emergency plumbing situations – we can handle any job, simple or complex. We also offer residential and commercial plumbing services, no job is too big or too small for this Baytown Plumber!

The Water Heater Is The Hardest Working Appliance In Your Home

Besides electricity, hot water is probably the luxury you use the most and when it is running freely you think nothing about your water heater. But when you jump into a cold shower it grabs your attention quickly. Right 🙂

Your water heater works very hard to supply you with all the hot water you need. It is constantly at your beckon call. Taking showers, washing the dishes and doing the laundry. It is bound to develop problems due to stress sooner or later.

WHAT WOULD CAUSE A WATER HEATER TO STOP WORKING

We have mentioned, your water heater is always at your calling during operation. Most water heaters technically are active all the time, keeping hot water ready just in case you need it. This can lead to problems over time. Here are some of the most common issues that water heaters experience:

Rust: Using a storage-tank water heater, as most homeowners do, the storage tank is constantly under threat of rusting. If rust is allowed to gain a solid foothold in the water heater, it can even cause it to rupture and inflict widespread damage to the surrounding area.

All storage tank water heaters are equipped with a part called an anode rod that prevents the tank from rusting. However, the anode rod eventually degrades to the point where it must be replaced. If the rod is not replaced in time, the tank will begin to rust again.

Pilot Light Failure: The pilot light is the device that starts the water heater, igniting the burner assembly so that it can heat the water. The pilot light was once a continuously burning flame underneath the water heater. Though these pilot lights are still used in older systems, more modern water heaters tend to use electronic ignition devices.

If the pilot light fails, the burner assembly won’t be able to ignite, which means the water heater won’t actually be able to heat water. This device is limited to gas-powered water heaters; electric water heaters use a different system.

Heating Element Failure: Electric water heaters don’t use burner assemblies to heat water. Instead, they run electricity through a large heating coil in the bottom of the tank. The heating coil turns this electrical current into heat and transfers it to the water.

Over time, however, these heating elements can wear out from the constant flow of electricity. When that happens, they will likely need to be replaced for the water heater to keep functioning.

Alfa Plumbing Services will Repair All Water Heater Problems

No matter what problems your water heater is having, we can take care of it for you. Whether it’s a failing anode rod, a leaky valve, or broken pilot light, our professional water heater technicians will be able to put it right for you. If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment, call Alfa Plumbing Services today. We offer water heater repair service throughout Baytown, La Port, Pasadena, Channelview, Deer Park, Seabrook, and Galena Park.

WE OFFER OUR SERVICES THROUGHOUT THE BAYTOWN TX, AND HOUSTON SURROUNDING AREAS and Surrounding Communities. Below are just some of the services these Baytown Plumbers provide

Can A Water Heater Be Repaired

The short answer is yes water heaters can be repaired and you might be able to save money if you can do it yourself. Water heaters aren’t complicated. But if you don’t feel comfortable doing the repairs yourself don’t hesitate to call Alfa Plumbing Services. We will be glad to come out and check your water heater for you and repair it if necessary.

For instance, if you have a gas water heater and the pilot light goes out, why pay $45 – $150 an hour for a plumber to come out and light it for you. Just follow the procedures on the side of the water heater to reignite the pilot light.

Replacing a Thermocouple this part senses if the pilot is lite. If it is not and the thermocouple is faulty it will be impossible to light the pilot light. This part costs about $20 plus the cost of a plumber at $45 – $150 an hour. Save that money if you can do the job yourself.

The point here is if you can do the repair yourself you can save money. If you are not sure how to troubleshoot your water heater problems Watch one of the two videos below. One is for electric hot water heaters and the other is for gas hot water heaters

Do You Call A Plumber To Fix A Water Heater

Yes, a certified licensed plumber like Alfa Plumbing Services should be called if you need your hot water heater fixed and you don’t have the skills to fix it yourself.

Remember better be safe than sorry. If you need to call Alfa Plumbing Services call (713) 992-9257

We will help you and you can trust we are as professional as you can get. Just look at our Google Reviews and see for yourself