Performance Plumbing Blog: Archive for the ‘Water Heaters’ Category

3 Spooky Sounds Your Water Heater Shouldn’t Make

Monday, October 9th, 2023
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As Halloween approaches many of us are ready for some eerie fun with costumes, decorations, and spooky stories. However, when it comes to your home’s water heater, strange and spooky sounds are no laughing matter.

Your water heater should run smoothly and quietly. If you start hearing eerie noises from your water heater it could mean that you need to invest in water heater repairs in Chesterfield, MO. Let’s take a look at three spooky sounds your water heater shouldn’t make and what they might indicate if you hear them.

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How to Know if Your Business Needs Water Heater Repair Now

Tuesday, May 30th, 2023
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Having a steady, reliable supply of hot water for your business in Chesterfield, MO, isn’t a luxury, it’s an absolute necessity. In fact, it’s legally required that businesses provide hot water.

It can be easy to forget how convenient it is to simply turn a knob and receive instant hot water. That is, until a day arrives when your tenants, customers, or employees turn on the hot water and instead of the hot water they’re expecting, what they get is cold water.

Addressing water heater issues with haste can prevent further damage and disruption to your business operations. If you’re uncertain about whether your business requires water heater repair, there are several signs you can look out for. Performance Plumbing is here to help you identify a few common signs that it may be time for a commercial water heater repair!

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Hard Water? You May Face More Tankless Water Heater Repairs

Monday, April 10th, 2023
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Tankless water heaters are amazing, but they’re not an end-all to your water problems. Sure, you spend less on heating actual water, but if you have hard water, you might run into some unexpected repairs.

You might need tankless water heater repair in Chesterfield, MO without even realizing it. Do you know if you have hard water right now? Let’s start by explaining what it is, why you might benefit from a water-softening system, and what it means for your tankless water heater.

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What Kind of Water Heater Would Serve Me Best?

Monday, August 15th, 2022

water-heater-installationWater heaters are known for being very durable, assuming they are properly taken care of. No water heater lasts indefinitely, though, which means that sooner or later you will need to install a new one.

If you currently find yourself looking for a new water heater, you have a number of different options to choose from. It’s important that you carefully weigh the pros and cons of each water heater type, as each one is suited to a different situation. Have a look at which water heater might serve your needs best below.

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What You Need to Know About Your Water Heater’s Anode Rod

Monday, May 23rd, 2022

water-heaterWe don’t typically get too technical in our blog posts. You don’t need to know all the ins and outs of your plumbing system, or all the lingo–that’s what we are here for! Still though, it is helpful to know some terms. If for any reason, to be aware of the importance of professional services, like water heater maintenance!

There is a very important component in your tank water heater that we check on during your maintenance appointment, and that’s the anode rod, which is sometimes referred to as the “sacrificial anode rod.” Read on to learn why it’s earned this nickname, and what you need to know about this component of your water heater.

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Does Your Tankless Water Heater Need Maintenance?

Monday, January 17th, 2022

tankless-water-heater-on-green-tiled-wallWhen it comes to storage tank water heaters—the more “traditional” type of water heater–they can be pretty big, and noticeable, sometimes even a bit noisy depending on where on your property they’re located. In other words, it can be hard not to pay attention to these systems, and you probably do think about the care they need throughout the years.

If you’ve never heard of this problem before, tank water heaters can suffer from something called scaling, which is when mineral buildup forms inside the tank, leading to problems with temperature, water pressure, and potentially even corrosion. Because of this, they need to be professionally maintained and flushed on an annual basis.

What many homeowners don’t realize is that tankless water heaters need maintenance too, and for the same reason!

That’s right… despite their unique setup, much of the maintenance that’s needed for a conventional storage tank water heater is actually needed for a tankless water heater as well. Read on to learn more.

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Signs That It’s Time to Upgrade Your Water Heater

Monday, January 3rd, 2022

water-heaterAt the end of a hot day or at the end of a heavy workout, a cool shower sounds great, right? What doesn’t sound so great is being surprised by cool or even icy water hitting you in the shower when you were trying to take a hot one! This is clearly a sign that something is amiss with your water heater, and while it may be a repairable problem, there’s also a chance, depending on other factors, that it might be time for a water heater upgrade.

The lack of hot water, then, is not the only sign that your water heater is starting to fail. But it’s one of a few that should definitely alert you to something being wrong, which means you should give our team a call ASAP. We’ll share some signs below that indicate something is off with your water heater. If you’ve picked up on any of them, it means it’s time to start looking at your replacement options.

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What’s the Role of the Anode Rod in your Tank Water Heater?

Monday, December 6th, 2021

rusted-out-anode-rod-next-to-water-heater-tankIf we were to ask you to name one of the most important appliances in your home, that you likely take for granted, what would it be? If you said water heater, we’re bound to agree! The water heater in your home works pretty much 24/7 to allow you to shower whenever you want, wash dishes, do laundry, and more. If you’re using a tank model water heater, then you rely pretty heavily on one particular component–the anode rod.

The anode rod isn’t exactly a household name, but it has a really important role in a tank water heater. It provides an essential function to protect your tank water heater from harm. It also doesn’t last as long as the water heater itself, so it’s important that you know what kind of condition yours is in. Read on to learn more!

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Here’s Why Your Tankless Water Heater Needs Maintenance

Monday, November 8th, 2021

tankless-water-heater-on-tiled-wallIf you’ve ever seen a storage-tank water heater, which you probably have, then you know they are big, pretty noticeable, and can even be a bit noisy. In other words, it’s difficult not to pay attention to a traditional water heater, if that’s what you have in your household.

You probably know that it needs maintenance every now and then from a professional plumber. A condition known as scaling can have a negative effect on it, allowing mineral buildup from calcium, magnesium, and iron. These mineral deposits cause problems with temperature, water pressure, and eventually corrosion if left for too long. Therefore, your tank water heater needs occasional flushing.

So, if you install a tankless water heater, does this mean you won’t need maintenance? Negative–you will need to have a tankless system professionally maintained as well. Perhaps not as often, depending on some factors, but much of the maintenance done on tank systems is also needed on their tankless counterparts, due, again, to scaling. Read on to learn more!

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What Does the Anode Rod Do for Your Water Heater?

Monday, September 13th, 2021

water-heaterIf we asked you to name the most important home comfort appliance in your home, what would you name? If you said your water heater, then we’re definitely on the same wavelength! The water heater within your home is a true workhorse. It provides you with the hot water you need to take a shower, wash dishes, do the laundry, and so much more. If you’re using a tank water heater, then there is a component that you rely on heavily for this to all happen, even though you’ve likely never heard about it–the anode rod.

No, the anode rod is not a household name, but it really is important for homes outfitted with storage tank type water heaters. It provides an essential function after all. The anode rod doesn’t last the entire lifespan of the water heater though, so it’s important for you to know the condition that yours is in. Read on to learn more!

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