Common Tankless Water Heater Issues and How to Fix Them
After a stressful weekend in your Orange County home without hot water, you caved and got a tankless water heater installed. It promised everything your family needed, taking up less space while offering near-endless hot water.
It was the perfect solution. Or, it was supposed to be. Since then, you’ve had nothing but trouble.
Before you start shopping for another unit, here are the common issues with tankless water heaters. (Good news: they’re fixable!)
Tankless Troubles Usually Start With Installation
Tankless water heaters can be a dream come true if you’re looking to open up some space for sports gear, holiday decorations, or just to stop playing Tetris in your garage.
However, your happiness with your tankless water heater depends on proper installation. And when something’s off, the problems show up fast.
Here’s where things usually go wrong:
- Water Conditions – Hard water leaves buildup that can reduce water flow and efficiency. A water softener and conditioner removes those pesky minerals for clean, free-flowing water.
- Gas Sizing – Tankless water heaters use gas. If the gas hookup is undersized, carbon starts to build up. That leads to soot that blocks the flame from heating the water, leaving you with disappointing, lukewarm water.
- Venting – Without the proper ventilation, debris can sneak into your water heater, clogging and damaging the unit.
When these are done right, your water heater is the MVP of your home. When they’re not, we can help.
Barker and Sons Has Your Tankless Water Solutions
A mother knows hot water is non-negotiable, especially when you’ve got a family’s worth of laundry and showering to get through.
Whether your tankless water heater needs emergency repair or better water quality, give us a call. We’ll get your system working like it’s supposed to, and your weekends back on track.
