Gas Water Heater Repair & Replacement

What’s that leak? Why is my water tinted? There are often more symptoms of a bad water heater than just “hot or cold”, “pilot or no pilot”. Here are some telltale signs you may need a new gas water heater.

GAS WATER HEATER MANUFACTURE DATE

On average, natural gas water heaters around the DFW area last about 10-12 years, and you should have it flushed at least once a year. If you can’t remember when you purchased your gas water heater or the last time it was serviced and it’s acting up, you may want to consider a replacement. Check the manufacturer tag on the tank and look up the serial number. That should tell you the date the tank was built.

HIGHER UTILITY BILL

Often, a sign of trouble is seeing a significantly larger bill when you haven’t used more water. There may be a leak somewhere or other inefficiencies, so it’s time to consider a new heater.

WATER AROUND BASE OF UNIT

If the gas water heater tank itself is leaking, that cannot be repaired. You must replace it.

RUSTY WATER

If your water is red or brown tinted when you turn the faucet, this is an indication of a bad tank. Chances are there is internal corrosion causing the tank to rust.