If you are having problems with your water heater you may wonder what steps should be taken next. If the water heater is no longer producing hot water this can be a major pain. Before rushing off to the nearest hardware store to find a new water heater, there are a few things that can be done to pin point the problem. Troubleshooting water heaters on your own can be a difficult task if you are unsure of what you are doing. Take the time to research the problem before you start poking around.
Safety is the first step in troubleshooting water heaters. Secure the area of any electrical wiring that may be around the water heater and turn off the power source. The fuse or circuit breaker needs to be turned off before messing around with the water heater. The gas pilot control valve needs to be turned to off. The water supply needs to be turned off to the water heater and open the nearest hot water faucet.
If the problem seems relatively harmless such as a puddle or little or no hot water then you should be able to easily pinpoint and fix the problem. If it seems like something more serious such as a gas leak, close the gas shutoff valve, cut power and call a plumber immediately. If you are unsure of anything, it is better to seek professional advice rather than put yourself or home in danger. Troubleshooting water heaters is a lot easier to do once you have an understanding of how water heaters actually work. The Internet is very helpful in providing this information by doing a search.
A bit of safety advice to follow is not to work on an electric water heater if there is water on the floor. Calling a skilled plumber is the best thing to do. Flushing a water heater to maintain its performance should be done about once a year. This routine maintenance will keep you from troubleshooting water heaters through the course of its lifetime. Fewer problems will occur if this type of maintenance is done. Flushing the water heater is very easy to do and can be done with the items that you already have in your house.
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