Water heaters, like any other device, can break down over time. Most conventional water heaters have a lifespan of 8 to 12 years, with upkeep maintenance required every four to six years.

However, you may require water heater services, either new installation or repairs, sooner than expected due to a wide range of reasons like the age of the water heater or if the number of people in the household has suddenly go up.

If you observe any of the following problems, you may require a water heater replacement:

You are running out of hot water quicker than usual

You get in the shower, ready to take a relaxing hot shower, and within minutes, your hot water is gone and you have to get out. This is a classic sign of a failing water heater.

Brown or discolored water coming from the Hot Taps in your home

Most of us homeowners have seen it before. If murky water is coming out of the faucets of your home, it’s usually a telltale sign of a water heater that needs replacement.

Having to constantly raise the temperature of your water heater.

If you are constantly having to go into your basement or garage to check that your water heater is operating properly or you have to manually raise the temperature to increase the output of warm water flowing all throughout your home, it’s time to get it checked by a Westminster water heater repair professional.

Hot Water Fluctuation

your water heater should provide a stable flow of hot water. Whether is a tankless water heater or a classic water tank heater, you should not experience temperature fluctuation during the use of the water heater. This may indicate you have ither a water pressure issue or that some components of you water heater are faulty and a new water heater installation is required.

Strange noises coming from the water heaters

Again, you should not know that your water heater is functioning except for the fact that you are showering with hot water. If every time you use the water heater, a strange concert of weird noises start coming out of it, well, it might be time to get the help of a professional plumber.

Age of the water heater

Good things also come to an end and for your water heater this is no exception. After certain time (usually after 8-10 years with proper maintenance), your water heater simply won´t be as efficient as before and it will need replacement. Delaying this can bring other problems besides the inconvenience of cold showers.