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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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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5 Most Common Water Heater Problems

Being in the plumbing and industry in Tampa Bay for so many years, we’ve had the opportunity to deal with almost every water heater problem. We’ve listed the five most common water heater problems for you. Your water heater is one of the essential parts of your Tampa household’s comfort system. Showering, washing clothes, bathing, and cleaning dishes aren’t possible if your water heater can’t keep up. When your water heater is acting up, it’s important to respond quickly and troubleshoot the problem. Here are the five most common water heater problems that you may experience and...
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