Having a working hot water tank is vital for day-to-day living. The average person utilizes on-demand hot water approximately 20 times per day – this puts into perspective the average use of an in-home hot water tank and its importance to the household.
It is common knowledge that you should replace your hot water tank before it dies completely. For that reason, it is important to pay attention to some signs that may indicate that the time for replacement is nearing. Those signs include:
- Age of the Water Heater
Every water heater comes with a recommendation for when to replace – most last between 8 and 10 years. If your hot water heater is coming up to the end of its suggested lifespan, it may be time to start looking for a replacement. - Rust
If either the tank itself, or the warm water it is producing has rust – it may be time to consider looking for a replacement. - Noise
Unusual noises coming from your hot water tank when it is heating water may mean that the heater is coming to the end of its lifespan. - Leaks
If your hot water tank is leaking, it may require immediate replacement in order to have hot water restored in your home. - Failure
If the hot water tank in your home stops working, or works only intermittently, it is likely on its last legs and should be replaced soon to ensure you have hot running water.
If your hot water tank is suffering from any of the above issues, it is likely time to start looking for a replacement. Most hot water tanks last between 8 to 10 years – if yours is coming to the end of its lifespan, we recommend replacing it before it dies.
