Water Heater
Risks of Setting the Water Heater Temperature Too High or Low
The temperature setting on your water heater is essential in maintaining a comfortable and safe environment in your home. While it may seem like a minor detail, setting it too high or low can have serious consequences. A.M. Plumbing & Rooter, your trusted provider of first-rate water heater services, shares the risks of doing so:…
Read MoreThe Role of the Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve
Your water heater works nonstop to meet your hot water needs. However, like any other appliance, it can malfunction due to wear and tear and cause harm to your household. That’s where the temperature and pressure relief valve (T&P valve) comes into play. A.M. Plumbing & Rooter discusses what a T&P valve is and why…
Read MoreHow to Prevent a Leaking Water Heater
A leaking water heater can cause significant damage to your home, not to mention the expensive repairs and high utility bills that come with it. Fortunately, there are several simple and effective ways to keep it from happening. A.M. Plumbing & Rooter shares helpful tips to keep your hot water heater in tip-top shape and…
Read MoreDifference Between Flushing and Draining Your Water Heater
At A.M. Plumbing & Rooter, one of the things our clients ask about is the difference between flashing and draining water heaters. Unless you have a tankless water heater, both are essential to help assess the water tank’s condition. We explain the distinction between the two to help you determine which is ideal in different…
Read MoreIs Insulation Really Essential for Water Heaters?
At A.M. Plumbing & Rooter, we believe insulation is essential for water heaters. It helps reduce your unit’s heat loss, leading to several advantages, from energy savings to reduced wear and tear. Here are ways it can benefit you and your water heater installation in the long run: Protects the Water Heater Insulation helps protect…
Read MoreWhat to Consider When Installing a New Water Heater
When getting a new water heater for your home, it’s not enough to consider the quality alone. You need to consider several important factors, which is why it pays to do your research first rather than rushing to buy one. Doing so will allow you to reap the benefits of your water heater installation. A.M.…
Read MoreLeaking Water Heater: Why It’s Dangerous
Although leaks are common in water heaters, they have grave repercussions that can put your safety at risk when left unattended. That is why even if the leak seems small, it’s best to contact A.M. Plumbing & Rooter for water heater repair in San Marcos, CA, immediately. Keep reading as we list the reasons a…
Read MoreCold Weather: How It Affects Your Water Heater
Keeping up with the demand for hot water during the cold season is taxing for water heaters. After all, they need to work harder and longer to meet your needs. While winter in Corona, CA, is milder than in other areas, it pays to understand how cold temperatures affect your water heater so you can…
Read MoreReasons Your Water Heater Pilot Light Won’t Stay Lit
Not many people want to step into the shower only to get startled by a blast of ice-cold water. If there’s no warm water, you’d want to address it as soon as possible. However, if your gas water heater depends on a pilot light to operate and if it won’t stay lit, you might be…
Read MoreBurst Water Heater: Why It Happens
Water heaters provide homes with much-needed comfort and conveniences, but many people take them for granted until they malfunction. Some of them even neglect maintenance, causing underlying problems to worsen. In this case, water heaters are likely to fail or burst, which can lead to costly damage. Save yourself the trouble by having the experts…
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