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6 Possible Reasons Why Your Water Heater Isn't Working
Your water heater plays a big role in keeping your home comfortable. But it can stop working, even if your maintenance strategy has been by the book.
This article highlights six possible reasons why your water heater isn’t working to help you get a sense of what could be happening and how you can fix it.
Let’s get into it.
1. No Power
It’s possible that your issue isn’t in the water heater itself, but a blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker. You may have even inadvertently unplugged the power cord or have run out of gas.
These problems are all easy to fix because they have nothing to do with your water heater’s internal components.
2. Thermostat Issues
Your thermostat may have gone out as well. If so, your water heater won’t get the information it needs to decide whether to produce hot water or not.
That’s why it’s a good idea to have a technician test your thermostat near the early stages of your repair process. Doing so will help you isolate the problem and potentially avoid the need for more costly repairs.
3. Pilot Light Problems
If you have a gas water heater, then the issue could lie with your pilot light. When the pilot light goes out, the gas valve closes to prevent gas from dangerously building up in your home.
The pilot light relies on a thermocouple to stay lit. When this part fails, it causes the pilot light to go out. But this issue can also be caused if you have a draft in your home that runs through the location where your water heater is.
4. Ignition Failure
It’s also possible that you have an electronic ignition failure. This can happen when the flame sensor becomes clogged. Fixing the problem may be as simple as cleaning this component.
5. Loss of Water Pressure
Water heaters need a steady supply of water pressure in order to work properly. If you have a leak, it could lead to a loss of water pressure that stops your system from working.
Fixing this problem may entail several solutions, each of which needs to be handled by an HVAC professional.
6. Loose Parts
Finally, it’s also possible that you’ve got loose parts on your water heater which are causing a leak. This can create a variety of issues, such as a loss of water pressure, which may shut down the system entirely.
Call Northern Climate Control to Fix Your Water Heater Today
If you’re experiencing an issue with your water heater, Northern Climate Control is here to help. Our skilled technicians serve the entire Denver Metro Area. Get in touch with us today to get started.
