You came home to no hot water. Now what do you do? Before you panic, call a plumber that you trust. Then ask yourself these questions: What type of water heater do you own? Are you looking for a new water heater or do you have an old unit that needs to be repaired?
So You Need a Water Heater?
Each type of water heater has its own set of benefits and weaknesses. Different businesses and households have different hot water demands or have different energy resources available, i.e. gas or electric. This will make a difference in which type of water heater you will need in the end. Below is a list of the most common types of water heaters.
- Traditional water heaters
- Gas water heaters
- Tank water heaters
- Tankless water heaters
- Quick recovery water heaters
- Commercial water heaters
Click here to explore the variety of water heaters in Cumming, GA. A good plumber can help you pick the best type of unit for your home or business.
To Repair or Not to Repair
Many times, a water heater doesn’t need to be replaced but only needs to be repaired. There are many parts that can fail on a water heater and they range from simple to complicated. Your best resource when your water heater starts acting up is a trustworthy local plumber who can diagnose the problem knowledgeably and efficiently and who can obtain the correct replacement parts with ease and at a reasonable cost. After some investigation, it may be that the problem is too big to repair and it may make more economical sense to purchase a completely new water heater. A dependable plumber can help you pick a new unit that should fit your lifestyle and property best.
