Professional Water Heater Inspections
Cowtown Water Heaters provides water heater inspections throughout Dallas / Fort Worth, TX.
A water heater inspection covers the parts most people never see. We check the anode rod, which protects the tank from corrosion. If it’s worn down to the wire, rust starts eating through the steel. We test the pressure relief valve to make sure it actually opens when it should; plenty of them seize up from mineral buildup and won’t work in an emergency.
For gas units, we inspect the burner assembly and flue pipe for signs of incomplete combustion. That’s when you get carbon monoxide risk. On electric models, we test both heating elements and check for voltage drops that make it heat more slowly.
If you’re ready to learn more, give us a call at (817) 502-9088 to speak with a member of our team.
DFW’s Hard Water Factor
North Texas water is notoriously hard, and that means sediment. It settles at the bottom of the tank and acts like insulation between the burner and the water. Your heater runs longer to get the same temperature, and you hear popping sounds when steam bubbles break through the buildup.
During an inspection, we drain a few gallons to see what’s coming out. If it looks like sand or smells like sulfur, the tank needs flushing, or the anode rod needs to be replaced. In TX, this buildup happens faster than in most parts of the country.
Signs Your Water Heater Needs an Inspection
Watch for these issues around your water heater:
- Consistently low water temperature (never hot enough)
- Discolored water when turned to hot
- Puddles near the tank
- Rumbling or banging noises when the unit fires up
- Higher gas or electric bills without changing your usage patterns
- The pilot light going out on gas models more than once a month
We’ve seen plenty of water heaters in older brick homes and ranch-style properties around Dallas / Fort Worth that looked fine from the outside but had serious problems building up inside.
An inspection takes about 45 minutes, depending on what we find. If we spot a worn anode rod or a valve that needs replacing, we can handle it the same day in most cases.
For water heaters in homes built in the 70s and 80s with original plumbing, we also check the supply lines and shutoff valves. Those corrode too, especially the brass angle stops under sinks that connect to the hot water system.
Call Today for a Professional Water Heater Inspection
If your water heater’s more than six years old, or you’ve never had it inspected, call Cowtown Water Heaters at (817) 502-9088.
We serve homeowners throughout Dallas / Fort Worth and can usually schedule an inspection within a few days. Regular checkups extend the life of your unit and prevent the kind of damage that happens when a tank fails without warning.
Call Cowtown Water Heaters today at (817) 502-9088 to schedule water heater inspections in Dallas / Fort Worth, TX, and surrounding areas.
