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When your hot water system does not heat up sufficiently, your local handyman can probably fix things for you. But eventually, there will come a time when the water heater can no longer be repaired and needs replacement. In general, most water heater systems can last for as long as 8-12 years. If you find the hot water system is facing problems frequently and has reached its life, you would probably be better off replacing it.
Signs Your Hot Water System Needs Replacement
Here is a list of symptoms you could look out for, depending on whether you have a solar, gas, or electric water heater system. These symptoms will tell if your hot water system needs to be replaced to avoid mishaps and prevent an emergency.
Solar Water Heater Systems: Solar water heaters are an excellent eco-friendly choice, particularly for a sun-rich nation like Australia. Yet, like gas or electric heaters, these too can have problems Some include
- Leaking solar panel
- Low levels of hot water
- No heated water at all
- The solar panel has broken glass
- Knocking or light thumping noise from the system
Gas Water Heater Systems: These tend to be quite durable and reliable, and are chosen by many Australians for their homes. But it is important to be able to identify signs of faults in the system.
- Water leaks
- No heating water optimally
- Unusually noisy
Electric Water Heater Systems: The electric systems for hot water are often the most durable, and a popular choice of most Australian homeowners. Like most electric systems, it cannot be expected to last forever. But to ensure optimal performance, a plumber could conduct periodic maintenance to ensure its works all through the year.
Depending on the kind of hot water system you have at your home, just remember to watch out for any of these symptoms to save yourself the hassle of calling an emergency plumber.
