The Miami Valley’s Go-To Water Heater Repair Crew
A failed water heater can easily (and quickly) dump its entire tank right onto your floor. Most tanks hold 40 to 50 gallons, so that’s a ton of water in a basement or garage. We’ll handle the whole emergency for you, though: we stop the leak, clean up the water left behind, repair/replace the tank, and hand off restoration duties if the damage is more than superficial. And, of course, restore working hot water to your home.
Signs Your Water Heater is Failing
You luckily have a bit of leeway when it comes to failing water heaters; they give you some clear warnings a lot of the time:
- Water pooling around the base of the tank
- Rust-colored water coming from your hot taps
- Rumbling or banging sounds from the tank
- Not enough hot water, or none at all
- Visible rust or corrosion on the tank itself
- A tank that’s more than 10 to 12 years old
If you’re seeing water around the base in particular, don’t wait another minute. Call us. A small leak at the bottom means the tank’s going to fail soon.
Why a Failed Tank is a Water Damage Problem
First and foremost, a leaking water heater is a plumbing issue. But it’s also a huge flooding risk. When it finally fails, it can dump its tens of gallons of water into whatever room it’s in. It’ll soak everything nearby, which is exactly the kind of job our crew’s built for.
We could stop at just swapping out the tank, but we go steps further: we stop the water in its tracks, clean up the mess, dry the area, and even hand the restoration work (if any is needed post-cleanup) to trusted partners in the area. It’s the same we’d do after any water damage.
How We Handle Water Heater Leak & Repairs in Troy
So how does our team tackle water heat leak repair in Troy, OH? Here’s what we do best:
- We stop the leak at the source and restore power to the tank
- We clean up the water post water heater failure so there’s no lingering moisture wherever the leak was
- We repair/replace the failed water heater, depending on what you need
- We finish up the job, extracting the water, drying, and handing any restoration work (if any is needed) to trusted partners.
Serving Troy and the Miami Valley
We’re based right in the heart of Troy, but that doesn’t mean we don’t branch out and help our neighbors in the surrounding communities. We’re out near Siney, Tipp City, Huber Heights, and Piqua every week, and chances are your area’s covered. Not sure? Check our service area or give us a call and we’ll let you know!
Is your water heater leaking? Call us now. The sooner we’re there, the sooner we can fix the issue, and the less damage you’re left with.
Frequently Asked Questions
My water heater is leaking a little. Is that an emergency?
It easily can turn into one. A small leak at the base means it’s only a matter of time til a full-on tank failure. And it’s usually sooner rather than later. It’s worth a call before it lets go entirely, leaving you with not only a flood, but no hot water in the house, too.
Do you replace the tank, or just clean up the water?
Both. We stop the leak in the tank, clean up the mess it left behind, repair or replace the tank, and help you start the restoration process if needed with our trusted partners at Complete Detail Cleaning & Restoration.
What should I do while I wait for you?
If you can, shut off the water supply to the tank. If you have an electric water heater, turn off its breaker at the panel. For a gas water heater, switch it to the “pilot” setting. Then stay clear of any standing water near anything electrical.