6 signs your water heater is in urgent need of maintenance.

Are you delaying the maintenance of your water heater or haven’t had it inspected in a long time??

A water heater is a home appliance that you cannot absolutely manage without because you need hot water for almost everything. If it goes out of order, you can imagine life coming to a standstill. Wouldn’t it be better to invest in regular maintenance rather than waiting for something to go wrong? Obviously, it would be!

As a homeowner, you need to be vigilant about the obvious and subtle signs of problems in your home heater. If the appliance is not heating water properly, it surely needs to be checked by an expert. At the same time, periodic checks are essential to ensure that it is up and running all the time. While scheduling periodic maintenance is important, there are some times when you could require one right now.

Here are some signs that you should look out for.

Here are some red flags to look out for when it comes to a malfunctioning water heater:

1.????Extremely hot water: If the water is getting too hot and the thermostat doesn’t rectify the issue, it’s time to call in a professional.

2.????Water leakage: You should also check for leaks around the water heater. Another sign there may be a leak is low water pressure.

3.????Discolored water: This means there is rust in the water heater.

4.????Frequent power outages: If your home’s power supply is tripping regularly, this might be due to a problem with your water heater. A qualified electrician will be able to check this and, if the water heater is causing the issue, you will need the unit to be repaired or replaced.

5.????The age of your water heater: While warranties on new units may span five or even ten years, the life span of your water heater heavily depends on usage, age and how well it has been maintained. If you are unsure how old a unit is, call in a professional to check and advise you of what, if any, maintenance is required.

6.????Whizzing sounds?- Another indicator is if the water heater is generating any ‘whizzing’ sounds, which might be an indication that the safety valve is not properly installed.

As water heaters are frequently used during the winter season in the UAE, do follow the instructions and preventive measures to avoid any dangerous incidents when it comes to using water heaters.