5 Reasons Your Hot Water Is Running Out

Is your hot water running out only a few minutes into your shower? Whether it is a cold night or early morning, hot showers help you feel rejuvenated and warm. It’s at these inconvenient times, however, that your hot water will run out.

There are many reasons why your hot water system will run out so quickly. Some of the common causes seen by a Brisbane plumber include:

Old Water Heater

As your water heater ages, you will notice a decrease in the amount of hot water you are getting. This can happen for a variety of reasons including:

Your water heater will deteriorate and becomes less effective over time. How long it lasts will vary based on the heater, but generally, you should expect between 10-15years. Once it has reached this age, a Brisbane plumber would recommend checking for leaks, pressure issues, fixture problems and deterioration. If any of these signs are noticed contact a qualified Brisbane plumber to see your options. The Brisbane Plumber may recommend getting a new heater if this is the best option for you.

Small Water Heater

As your family grows, your hot water consumption increases and you may need to get a larger heater. A Brisbane plumber will commonly see water heaters that are too small as the owner has less room to work with. If this sounds like you, The Brisbane Plumbers have the ability to install tankless electric and gas hot water heaters.

Water heaters come in various sizes and types. If the water heater in your home is not able to cope with your needs then you contact a Brisbane plumber. Heaters that are too small are frequently seen by a Brisbane plumber when clients move into a house. As the previous owner had different water consumption this system won’t necessarily be suitable for your needs.

To tell if your water heater is too small, a Brisbane plumber would recommend beginning with 90litres and adding 40 litres to that for every person in your household. This number will give you an estimate of how much hot water you need so that you do not get a hot water heater too small or large. Weather, climate and other conditions should also be taken into consideration before getting a Brisbane plumber to install your hot water heater.

Sediment In Your Water Heater

Sediment build up in hot water heaters are a problem commonly seen by a Brisbane plumber. When your water heater fills with water, it is also filled with minerals. These minerals will settle in the tank and accumulate. For this reason, it is important you get a Brisbane plumber to check for sediment build-up.

Broken Thermostat

If the temperature isn’t accurate it could indicate a broken thermostat. Thermostats will naturally deteriorate with age meaning they might become faulty with normal usage. If this occurs a Brisbane plumber would recommend resetting your thermostat. It might be reading the wrong temperature. After this try doing tests by changing the temperature from high to low. If the change in temperature between these two settings is low you should contact a Brisbane plumber to check your thermostat.

Piping issues

The hot water needs to run from your hot water heater to the faucet. In this process, it will inevitably cross pipes which may be the cause of your problem. Broken or faulty pipes are not something a good hot water heater can fix. These pipes might be broken, blocked or simply old. Whatever the cause might be you should contact a Brisbane plumber to repair or replace your piping system.

 

Do You Need To Replace Your Hot Water System?

If you are currently experiencing problems with your water heater, you should consider getting The Brisbane Plumbers to handle your problem. Seeking the help of a licensed Brisbane plumber will ease your mind, and lower the chance of future problems with your water heater. Call The Brisbane Plumbers today. We are the most reliable 24-hour emergency plumber service in Brisbane. Water heater problems don’t come at the most convenient time. That’s why our emergency plumbing services are available 24/7/365. We even have a 60-minute response guarantee. We will deal with your water heater problems efficiently and professionally while providing outstanding customer service. Call The Brisbane Plumbers, now, on 0450 932 850.