If your water heater is getting close to replacement age, you might be wondering which type of water heater is best for your Tampa home. This largely depends on your family's water consumption and individual home's needs. In this plumbing blog post we will analyze the advantages and disadvantages of both tankless and tank type water heaters.
The advantages of a tankless water heater
Never run out of hot water. The tankless water heater will never run out of hot water. This is ideal for people who have big families because if you live in a big family, you know what it is like to be the last p...
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Why is Your Tampa Home Running out of Hot Water?
There are all kinds of reasons why your water heater isn’t producing enough hot water. It could be too small, the settings may be wrong, or there could be a more serious problem. Sediment buildup, broken dip tubes or heating elements, and leaks can all steal your hot water away.
By determining exactly how you’re running out of hot water, you can home in on the exact problem. Find the description that most closely matches your hot water issue below to find out what’s going on. Once you know why you’re running out of hot water so quickly, you can try to solve it yourself or you can call t...
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The Lifespan of Your Tampa Home’s Plumbing
Your Tampa home’s plumbing works hard every day and while some of your products and fixtures may need to be replaced sooner than others, it’s no pipe dream to have your home’s pipes and fixtures perform well for decades. Caring for your home’s plumbing can keep yours running past the average life span. Here’s an idea of how long your home’s plumbing should last.
Pipes: Know What You Have
Knowing the type of plumbing in your home makes a difference in knowing how long you can expect it to last without starting to be compromised. Your home inspection report or your new home’s documents and war...
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5 Common Mistakes Made with Do It Yourself Water Heater Installation
With the wealth of information available on the internet, Tampa homeowners are learning how to tackle home improvement projects themselves instead of bringing in a professional. The DIY approach has its merits and benefits. But too often, cutting corners can cost you more in the end.
Many plumbing projects, including installing a tank water heater, should only be attempted by those with the proper experience and tools, such as a licensed plumber. There are many mistakes homeowners make during a DIY water heater installation, ranging from choosing the wrong tank siz...
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Should You Go Tankless?
Are you looking for ways to save on your Tampa utility bills? Water heating accounts for around 18% of your home’s energy usage, making it the second-highest contributor to your utility costs after your HVAC system.
If you’re in the market for a new water heater, the best choice for energy savings might be to skip the tank and opt for a tankless water heater this time around. Learn more about tankless vs. traditional water heaters to determine if this upgrade is right for your home.
HOW DOES A TANKLESS WATER HEATER WORK?
Tankless water heaters, also known as on-demand water heat...
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Are You Running Out of Hot Water?
There are many different reasons why your water heater isn’t producing enough hot water. It could be too small for your house, the settings on the water heater may be set wrong, or there could be a more serious problem. Things like sediment buildup, broken dip tubes or heating elements, and leaks can all effect the amount of hot water your water heater produces.
By determining the reason of why you’re running out of hot water, you can identify the specific cause of the problem. Find the description that most closely matches your hot water issue below to find out what’s going on. Onc...
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Is Your Water Heater Leaking? What to Do!
Water heaters, whether gas or electric, will last, on average, anywhere from 8 to 12 years.
At any time throughout the life of a water heater, there’s always a chance it could leak. It's quite common, and we here at Cass Plumbing of Tampa Bay see this plumbing problem all the time. If your water heater leaks, the good news is that many small water heater leaks can be patched up pretty easily.
Often, with a small water heater leak, there are several things you can do before you call a Tampa plumber to make it easier!
WHY IS YOUR WATER HEATER LEAKING?
The leading causes of water he...
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