Suntech Heating and Air has been providing reliable and affordable plumbing and HVAC services to the Oklahoma City area since 1986. Our efficient and responsive technicians are experts in water heater repairs in the local Oklahoma City area. If you’re experiencing issues with your water heater, we’re here to help. Don’t hesitate to give us a call or schedule an appointment online.
The technicians at Suntech Heating and Air are experts at working on both conventional hot water heaters and tankless water heaters. Conventional water heaters tend to be the standard in most homes, especially in older homes. Conventional water heaters have a tank that heats a certain amount of water at a time. Tankless water heaters are smaller and heat water on demand so hot water never runs out. Regardless of whether your water heater runs on electricity or gas and is conventional or tankless, we have the expertise needed to get your water heater back in order.
When it comes to your water heater acting up, there are a plethora of issues that could be causing it to malfunction. Here are some common issues our customers experience with their water heaters that Suntech technicians are easily able to repair:
If your water heater needs maintenance, it will usually tell you. Here are some common signs to watch out for to ensure you repair your water heater before to avoid cold showers:
If water that is any color other than clear starts coming out of your faucets, this is a sign that there is rust in your water system. If water is coming out with a reddish or brown tinge, it’s time for a repair.
If the water coming out of your shower, faucets, or other spouts in your home has an odd, foul, or metallic smell, that’s another sign that your water heater may be due for maintenance due to buildup or wear and tear.
If you begin to hear unusual clanking noises, a cold shower may be on your horizon. When minerals build up in your water heater, it can cause it to malfunction–and you’ll be able to hear it. If you start to hear new and odd noises coming from your water heater, call a Suntech professional to come give your water heater a flush.
Pools of water anywhere in your home are always a bad sign. If you notice water pooling at the base of your water heater, it may be time to take action to avoid expensive water damage to your home. Water will begin to pool up when your water heater has a leak or fracture. As soon as you notice puddles around your unit, double-check your hoses and connectors to make sure that the leak isn’t coming from a faulty seal or crack. Otherwise, it may be time for you to get your water heater replaced by a professional before it gets too late.
If you go to hop in the shower and the water is taking forever to heat up or never makes it past lukewarm, this is another telltale sign of an issue. Don’t live in discomfort. Call a Suntech technician right away and they will get your hot water heater up and running again.
If your water isn’t heating up at all, there could be an issue with your water heater’s pilot light or ignition. This is a problem best handled by the pros. As soon as you notice any problem with your water heater, get a technician on the phone.
The older your water heater is, the more likely it will run into issues that can cause the repair bills to pile up. At some point, a replacement becomes a better investment than a repair. However, it’s important to be able to recognize when your water heater has reached that point because it’s obviously not cost-effective to replace it every time an issue comes up. A good rule of thumb for when to replace your water heater is when the cost of repairing the water heater is 50% or more of the cost of replacing it.
If you do end up having to replace your water heater, there are some noticeable benefits you can look forward to when you install a modern water heater:
The cost of replacing your water heater depends on a number of factors including:
Unfortunately, water heater repairs and replacement are often excluded from standard homeowner’s insurance plans unless the unit is damaged by an incident that is covered by your insurance policy. Some of these incidents may include flooding or fire damage. However, if you have supplemental appliance breakdown coverage added to your policy, your repair may be covered by insurance. Otherwise, you may have to pay out-of-pocket for a repair or replacement. If that’s the case, don’t worry. Suntech has your back with flexible financing through Tinker Credit Union and GreenSky. These options will help you afford your emergency water heater repair or replacement because at Suntech we believe that nobody should have to take cold showers.
As experienced experts in heating and cooling, we know how stressful it can be when an essential piece of equipment in your home like your water heater is broken. Since we first opened for business in 1986, Suntech has lived by the motto of “Do the best job we know how to do, each day and every time.” Our licensed and expertly trained technicians live by this motto as well. You can trust that when a Suntech technician arrives to do the job, it will be done right the first time. With 38 years of experience to back us up, we are confident that you’ll be more than satisfied with our services. If you need a water heater replacement or repair in or near Oklahoma City, we are the experts to call. Hop online to schedule a service or give us a call today.
