West Houston's Best Water Heater Repair, Maintenance & Installation Services

Routine Maintenance Increases Your Water Heater’s Longevity

Ask about our routine maintenance plans to keep your hot water heater running at top condition so that you don’t have to worry about running out of hot water in the middle of a shower. Stay proactive by scheduling a maintenance check on your unit today.

New Water Heater Purchase and Installation

If you aren’t sure about the best water heater for your home or business, give us a call to discuss your needs. We can help you choose and install an energy-efficient unit. If you don’t have plumbing experience, you should refrain from installing your own unit. Our plumbers have the electrical and plumbing knowledge required to safely install all brands of water heaters.

The benefits of professional installation are clear. Call us to avoid the risk of flooding and injury due to inexperience with this sensitive equipment.

When Does Your Water Heater Need Help?

A broken water heater makes it nearly impossible to live in your home. Reasons for water heater repairs include mechanical failure and other faulty equipment. Here are some of the typical reasons Houston area residents call us for help.

1. Out of Power or Gas
   Has your electric or gas water heater stopped producing hot water? Before you call a plumber, you can check for a blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker. Many units have a safety switch located close to the thermometer. The solution may be as fast as flipping the circuit breaker.
   For gas water heaters, check your gas supply to see if it’s time to order a new tank.
   If you aren’t sure what’s causing the problem, call bluefrog Plumbing + Drain of West Houston, TX, to troubleshoot your water heater and determine the best solution.
2. Thermostat
   It’s often hard to detect thermostat issues. They don’t typically fail. Yet, a broken thermostat can result in a malfunctioning water heater. If you still have the owner’s manual —these are often available online as well — you can test the thermostat to determine if it needs to be replaced.
   If the reset button continuously pops, that means your water temperature has exceeded the safe operating temperature of 180 degrees.
   If you still aren’t sure if the thermostat is working, give us a call. We’ll come by to test the unit and thermostat and troubleshoot the problem.
3. Pilot Light
   If you have a gas-powered water heater, a thermocouple or thermopile maintains the pilot light. The pilot light keeps the thermopile/thermocouple hot. This interaction creates an electrical current that opens the gas valve. When your pilot light dies, the gas valve remains closed and can’t reach the burners. There are many things that can extinguish the pilot light, including a strong draft. Our versatile plumbers troubleshoot issues with your gas or electric water heater and determine the best way to fix it so you can get your hot water back!
4. Electronic Ignition
   What’s an electronic ignition? On gas hot water heaters, the electronic ignition is usually very reliable. Using solid-state circuits, these parts control the ignition on the water heater. Instead of a thermocouple or thermopile, these units have sensors that ignite the pilot light. If the flame sensor gets clogged, the electronic ignition cannot work properly. When we find this problem, we clean the sensor to fix the water heater and restore its functionality.
5. Temperature and Pressure-Relief Valve
   The TPR valve regulates pressure when water in your tank overheats. If the TPR valve breaks, the water heater can explode, causing major damage and injuries. This is one of the reasons it’s so important to properly maintain your unit.
   When we check your water heater, we replace leaking TPR valves, if needed. You should never cap off the TPR valve because that can cause pressure to build up in the tank. Don’t attempt to fix this part on your own. Your water heater under pressure becomes a ticking bomb. Instead, call bluefrog Plumbing + Drain so we can send a water heater specialist to correct the situation.
6. Low Water Pressure
   Low water pressure can ruin your shower time and make it impossible to run multiple water-dependent appliances at the same time. The TPR valve opens to release pressure if the water temperature rises to dangerous levels. Another possible cause, your water heater inlet could be connected to your water line without a safety valve. By putting in an expansion tank, we can prevent water supply pressure issues.
   The municipal water supply may have also risen above the TPR valve setting. By installing an expansion tank, we can help solve problems arising from water supply pressure.
   Other issues that cause low water pressure include:• An adjacent water line
   • Compromised tank
   • Loose connections and fittings
   • Bad gasketsWe can flush the TPR valve to see if that resolves the issue. Otherwise, you may need a new one.
7. Loose Parts
   Loose fittings around the bolts that secure your water heater may result in water seepage. The bolts may just need to be tightened. If that doesn’t work, give us a call. If you notice water leaking from the bottom of the unit, the gasket or tank probably needs to be replaced.
   The stakes are high when it comes to dealing with water heater repairs. Call a professional to avoid structural damage to your home and injury to your family.Contact bluefrog Plumbing + Drain of West Houston for a well-trained plumber who can fix your water heater. We also perform drain cleaning and other plumbing services for our valued customers.