Water Heaters Articles
Hot water is one of those things everyone takes for granted in our modern society. A hot shower on a cold winter evening is relaxing. Hot water washes away dirt from laundry and grease from pans. And hot water comes in handy as an emergency defroster.
It’s a terrible moment when you step into the shower and find you have no hot water. Best case scenario—your spouse just ran a load of white clothes on hot in the washing machine, turned on the dishwasher, and took a leisurely hot shower a few minutes ago. Worst case scenario—you have a broken water heater.
Water heating accounts for nearly 20 percent of your home’s energy use, according to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). Upgrading to a heat pump water heater can significantly lower that expense.
The most common reason the pilot light on your water heater keeps going out has to do with its thermocouple. Our HomeRx and Performance Insulation Energy Services heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) professionals can either quickly repair or replace your thermocouple to restore hot water to your Sherwood home in no time.
There are few things more annoying than running out of hot water in the middle of a shower. But do not fret if this happens. It is more than likely an issue with your hot water heater.