Water Heater Repair and Installation in Irving
Cowtown Water Heaters does water heater repair and installation in Irving, TX. We cover Las Colinas, Valley Ranch, the Heritage District, and the Hospital District. That includes ZIP codes 75038, 75039, 75060, 75061, 75062, and 75063. We’ve replaced hundreds of units in homes built during the 80s and 90s construction boom; those original 15-year tanks are hitting their limit. When a water heater starts acting up, you notice it fast. Cold showers. Puddles near the unit. Popping sounds from the tank that wake you up at night.
We work on traditional tank water heaters, tankless systems, and heat pump units. Most of our calls come after hot water runs out during a morning shower. A faulty water heater can lose up to 50 gallons in less than an hour.
Common Water Heater Problems We See in Irving
Here’s what brings most people to call us:
- Tank making rumbling or banging noises during heating cycles
- Hot water running out faster than it used to
- Pilot light going out repeatedly on gas models
- Water temperature fluctuating between scalding and lukewarm
- Water pooling around the base of the unit
If you notice water at the base of the tank itself, it has likely corroded. At this point, repair is no longer an option, and replacement is needed. In contrast, we can repair a leak in a connection or a faulty pressure valve the same day. The goal is to prevent water damage in your home.
How We Handle Water Heater Service
When you call (817) 502-9088, we schedule a time that works for you; usually, same-day if you reach us in the morning. Our service area extends throughout Irving and within a 25-mile radius, reaching homes near DFW Airport, along State Highway 183 (Airport Freeway), Belt Line Road, and MacArthur Boulevard.. Our tech shows up, checks the model and age of your unit, and runs through a diagnostic. We test the heating elements on electric models, inspect the burner assembly on gas units, check for sediment buildup in the tank, and measure the pressure settings.
If it’s repairable, we explain what needs fixing and give you a price before we start. If the unit’s shot, we walk through your options: another tank model, going tankless, or switching to a heat pump system. Each has trade-offs. Tankless costs more up front but never runs out of hot water. Heat pumps are incredibly efficient but work best in certain spaces.
Most installations take 3-4 hours. First, we drain the old tank and disconnect the lines before hauling it out. Then we set up the new unit and connect your water, gas, or electricity, install a new expansion tank (if code requires it), and test everything thoroughly. Finally, we personally show you where your shutoff valve is located and how you can drain your sediment annually. This is crucial because draining a few gallons each year extends your unit’s lifespan.
Why Irving Water Heater Problems Quickly Get Worse
Unlike other household appliances, water heaters cannot limp along to a slow failure. Once a leak exists in the tank, the game is over. Sediment buildup is called the “silent killer” because it destroys the unit.
Irving’s municipal water supply is considered moderately hard, with an average hardness of 135 mg/L (7.89 grains). As minerals accumulate in tank water heaters, the water is insulated from the heat source. The end result is a harder-working unit and ultimately, a leak.
Replacing a water heater before it fails completely saves you from the emergency scramble. It also prevents water damage to flooring, drywall, or stored items. Most homes in Irving, particularly in neighborhoods like Plymouth Park North, Sherwood Forest, and the older sections near the Heritage District, are built on slab foundations. So when a water heater in the garage lets go, water spreads fast, into the house, under cabinets, soaking into drywall. We’ve seen flooded garages and ruined storage because a tank let go overnight. The smell of mildew sets in fast, and the repair costs pile up.
Schedule Water Heater Service in Irving
If your water heater is acting strangely, making unusual sounds, producing inconsistent temperatures, or showing visible problems, call Cowtown Water Heaters at (817) 502-9088. We’ve worked throughout Irving for years, from the master-planned communities of Las Colinas and Valley Ranch to the established neighborhoods near Baylor Scott & White Medical Center and the Toyota Music Factory area. We know the common issues in homes here. Most repairs are straightforward. Most replacements are done in an afternoon. Don’t wait until you’re standing in a cold shower wondering what happened.
