Schuelke Plumbing - Serving The Greater Los Angeles Area

Los Angeles Plumbing - Summer Is Here And Your Water Heater Needs To Be Checked Out

Summer has almost arrived in Los Angeles, and your plumbing system needs to be part of your plan to keep your home or office running smoothly. This includes service to your water heater.

It should be flushed out to remove sediment buildup, which can cause corrosion, shorten its life span, and reduce heating efficiency. Call us here at Schuelke Plumbing to service your water heater today. We are conveniently located in Sherman Oaks, and serve all of Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley, and Santa Clarita.

We will drain several gallons of water from the faucet and connect a hose to direct this water into a nearby drain. Our plumbers will then test the water heater's pressure relief valve by lifting it up on the lever and allowing it to snap back. This water is extremely hot, so it is best not to do this yourself. The valve should allow a burst of hot water into the drainpipe. If this does not happen, the professional plumbing team here at Schuelke will install a new valve.

We will then check the temperature setting on your water heater's thermostat to make sure it is set for optimum performance.

We will then check the temperature setting on your water heater's thermostat to make sure it is set for optimum performance.

Water Heater Repairs And Problems - Schuelke Plumbing Can Help

How do you know if your hot water heater can be repaired or needs to be replaced? Here are some things you can check before calling Schuelke Plumbing. Remember that your electric water heater is a 240 volt appliance that can deliver a fatal shock if not turned off before checking. Let everyone at your home or building know that you are testing before you get started.

• If there is not enough water, adjust the thermostat settings. You may need to test the thermostats and replace them.
• A rusty tank generally needs to be replaced.
• Check for sediment build up at the bottom of the tank. You will want to soften the hard water and then lower the temperature to 130 degrees.
• Dirty water is a sign that the hot water heater needs to be drained and flushed. You will also want to replace any scale-encrusted elements.
• Bad smelling water is caused by anaerobic bacteria reacting with the magnesium anode and forming hydrogen sulfide gas. Hydrogen peroxide will temporarily get rid of the bacteria, but it is best to replace the magnesium or aluminum anode rod with a zinc/aluminum alloy rod.

Earthquake safety is also an issue with hot water heaters. Schuelke Plumbing's trained technicians will make sure that your heater is secured properly and meets the local building codes. Remember that a 50 gallon water heater holds about 400 pounds of water. If this is a gas water heater it could fall over and damage the gas connection, creating a dangerous gas leak, if not properly secured. Call us today to ensure the best care for your residential or commercial plumbing needs.

Los Angeles Plumbing - Water Heaters Need Regular Maintenance

 Fall has arrived in Los Angeles, and your plumbing system needs to be part of your plan to keep your home or office running smoothly. This includes service to your water heater.

Your water heater must work harder during the colder months. It should be flushed out to remove sediment buildup, which can cause corrosion, shorten its life span, and reduce heating efficiency. Call us here at Schuelke Plumbing to service your water heater today. We are conveniently located in Sherman Oaks, and serve all of Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley, and Santa Clarita.

We will drain several gallons of water from the faucet and connect a hose to direct this water into a nearby drain. Our plumbers will then test the water heater's pressure relief valve by