Nobody wants to spend their hard-earned money on high-power bills. After seeing a high energy bill, you may think about the kitchen light or other lights on when you are not home. But it is not true, your water heater plays a very important role in increasing the electricity bills.
Here are some of the most common mistakes most homeowners make. Avoid such kinds of mistakes to keep your power bill low.
- No annual maintenance: You are using a water heater every day to take baths and to do many other household chores. This means that this appliance needs regular maintenance or inspection to keep it running right. Sediment layers settle at the bottom of the hot water tank over time. It is vital to remove sediment from it at least once a year for the best supply of hot water.
- Setting water heater temperature too high: The higher temperature means more power to use to heat the water. Increasing the temperature is also a big issue because when you set it too high, it can increase pressure dangerously inside the tank and it can cause a leak or sometimes even tank failure.
- Ignoring loud popping sound: Have you ever heard a loud popping sound coming from the water heater tank? If so, it is a clear sign that you need a professional as soon as possible to identify the problem. Such kind of sound may be a sign that you have a lot of sediment buildup in the tank.
- Water heater might be too old: Do you know water heaters last between ten to fifteen years? A gas water heater has only six to eight years of lifespan. You can get information about the age of the tank by looking at the manufacturer’s sticker.
If you are in need of water heater repair or replacement service, Aire One Peel has the specialists to perform the job for you. If you want to know more about hot water tank repair service, get in touch with one of our experts.
