Expert Boise Water Heater Services: Installation, Repair, and Maintenance
Is your water heater leaking, or making strange noises? Most people never think twice about maintaining their water heater until it starts acting up. That means it can sit for years and years without a single repair, or simple maintenance task. Don’t let your water heater sit neglected. With regular maintenance, you can prolong the life of your water heater and save money.
Questions to Consider When Looking for a New Water Heater
- What Size Do I Need?
- What Is The Insulation Grade?
- How Quickly Can The Tank Heat Water?
- How Much Space Do I Have?
Keep Flammables Away from Water Heater
Did you know that water heaters have a “flammable ignition hazard?” This means that a fire can start with the right combination of an ignition source (the pilot light in your water heater) plus air plus a flammable liquid.
Many of us have a water heater in our garage. Most garages are filled with flammable substances such as paint thinners, gas and household cleaners. Vapors from these flammable liquids are released into the air; however, they sink to the floor as they are heavier than air. And what is close to the floor with an ignition source? You got it – the pilot light in a floor-mounted water heater. Most people are unaware of the fact that these flammable vapors can travel a fair distance and burst into flames. Many accidents have occurred this way.
This is why it’s so important to regularly upkeep your water heater. A technician will check the operability of your water heater and verify if it is safe.
Here are a few safety tips:
- Don’t store flammable liquids in the same room as the water heater.
- Keep flammables in a sealed container far away from any ignition sources.
- Elevate your water heater if it sits on the garage floor.
Don’t let your water run cold – ensure your water heater is running smoothly. Call us at (208) 252-9533 for professional Boise Plumbing repair services.
