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No hot water?
Check the hot water heater breaker in your electrical panel and make sure it has not been tripped. If you have to reset the breaker, wait 30 to 40 minutes to see if you get hot water.
I run out of hot water quickly... Is it my hot water heater?
The problem could be a slab leak, thermostat, or element. Call Alright Plumbing to come and check out your hot water unit.
Rusty water coming out of my fixtures.
The liner in your hot water heater tank is ruptured and the unit needs to be replaced.
I have a bad smell and some air coming out my faucets when I turn them on.
Your anode rod, which protects your water heater tank from corrosion, has gone bad. Call Alright Plumbing to have it replaced and disinfect your hot water system.
How often should I flush my hot water heater to prevent scale build up?
For a soft water system, flush the heater every 6 months. Otherwise, every three months.
What is the average life of an electric hot water heater?
Five to seven years. Gas water heaters seven to ten years.
I have a lot of corrosion on the pipes and valve at the top of my hot water heater.
Replace to prevent any type leak or failure that could cause a flood. Signs of rust on your tank could lead to a leak of your water tank.

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