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Water heater replacement in Elgin, TX
Replacement is for a heater that has reached the end: a rusted or leaking tank, repeat repairs, or not enough hot water for the household. The new unit goes where the old one stood.
Signs it may be time to replace
- Water pooling under the tank, not from a fitting
- Rust on the tank body or around the base
- The same repair needed more than once
- Hot water no longer keeps up with your household
Questions to settle before replacing
- 1.Same size or larger? Count showers that run back to back in the morning.
- 2.Same fuel? Switching gas to electric or the reverse changes the job considerably.
- 3.Tank or tankless? If you're curious about tankless, read that page first. It's a different project.
- 4.Confirm whether removal and haul-away of the old tank is included in the price.
Have this ready when you call
- A photo of the label and of the space around the heater
- Whether the heater is in a closet, garage or attic, and how it's reached
- Any water damage you've noticed nearby
Water Heater Replacement: common questions
- Should I replace with the same size tank?
- Only if the current size has been enough. If you run out of hot water often, discuss a larger tank or other options.
- My tank is leaking from the bottom. What should I do now?
- Turn off the cold-water valve above the heater and the power or gas supply to it, then call. Don't touch gas lines or connections if you smell gas.
- Is the old heater taken away?
- Ask before work starts so you know whether haul-away is part of the price.
Questions about water heater replacement in Elgin?
Call (737) 232-6682Related services
- Water Heater RepairNo hot water, lukewarm showers, popping noises or a pilot that won't stay lit.
- Water Heater InstallationA tank heater in a new location: additions, remodels or moving the heater.
- Tankless Water Heater InstallationSwitching from a tank to an on-demand tankless unit, and what that involves.