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How to Repair Your Water Heater
Common Broken Water Heater Symptoms
Reported ByUnusual noise
When your water heater starts making loud or unusual noises you will need to start by checking the heater element. Troubleshooting and repair will be different for gas water heaters and electric water heaters.
Water is too hot
If the water coming out of your water heater is too hot, that indicates there is an issue with the control thermostat. Learn how to inspect this part and more.
Won’t stay lit/keeps shutting off
Find out why your water heater will not stay on. Learn to inspect the thermostatic control, gas valve, and thermocouple.
Water isn’t getting hot
The main function of this appliance is to heat water, if it is failing to do so there might be a problem with the heater element and the thermostat control
Water temperature changes between hot and cold
Find out why the water temperature in your water heater is not consistent, and what parts you need to repair or replace. If you notice fluctuation in water temperature we recommend you inspect the control thermostat and the lower heater element.
Leaking water
Figure out where your water heater is leaking from, and how to repair it. Learn to check parts such as the drain valve, the element gasket, and the temperature pressure relief valve.