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Water damage is indeed one of the worst nightmares of a homeowner and something all of us should avoid at all costs, but water damage caused by a leaking water heater is a much higher level disaster. One of the worst things about it is that depending on the location of your heater, you might not even notice that a home flood is taking place until it’s too late. This article will share some tips for preventing your water heater from flooding your house.
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When there’s a huge amount of water released from the water heater at once, several dozen gallons of water held and heated by the water heater will spill instantly, and depending on the location of your water heater, this can be quite terrifying. For example, if it’s upstairs, your walls and ceiling will be at risk, too, and the extent of the damage will be bigger. Noticing early symptoms of a failing water heater and leaks is crucial to preventing water damage. So how will you do that?
If you hear strange noises from your water heater, this can be an early sign of a malfunction. That’s because the root of these sounds is sediment accumulation at the bottom of the tank.
When using hot water, if you notice the temperature of the water isn’t as hot as it used to be or fluctuating, this is another sign. Don’t make the mistake of thinking this is normal, and take action before any major damage takes place.
If you notice the color of your water isn’t clear and instead yellowish or rusty, this is a specific sign that the anode rod in your water heater is failing. Since an anode rod’s major job is to prevent corrosion, colored water means it’s failing.
The sediment accumulation we previously mentioned also lowers the efficiency of your water heater. This causes your bills to increase abnormally, and if you see an abnormal increase in your bills, this may be because of your water heater failing.
The lifespan of a water heater is between 8 and 12 years. If it’s getting close to the end of its lifespan, you will probably notice it with other signs as well. For example, your water heater will be more delicate and need more frequent repairs; if you know that you have an old water heater and the one that constantly creates problems, it’s a good time to replace your water heater altogether.
Unfortunately, sometimes we cannot always prevent issues like this, and you may experience water damage. If you do, know that one of the most critical points at that point is to act as early as possible. Luckily, the professional team of Tidal Wave Restoration is ready to help you with water damage cleanup. Our team is available 24/7 for water damage restoration and water damage removal, and we will send a professional to your home immediately.
