Help! My Water Heater Is Leaking!

When it comes to local plumbing services, there’s no such thing as a little leak. Water leaks, no matter how small, are often a sign of a much more serious problem behind the scenes. For water heaters, leaks will not only affect the system itself, but could also extend into other areas of your home, such as the flooring and walls. In serious cases, it could even lead to basement flooding.

Delaying repairing a water heater leak can be dangerous because you never know how far the problem will spread. Contact your local plumbing service provider as soon as you spot the first signs of a leak. As you wait for the professionals to come, our experts at A-1 Comfort Care suggest taking the following steps to minimize the damage caused by a leaky water heater.

Cut the power. Water and electricity is a dangerous combination, not just for your plumbing service provider but also for you and your family. For electric water heaters, cutting the power in the event of a leak should be your priority. This will minimize damage to your unit and protect you against potential electrical hazards.

Turn off the water supply. As soon as the power to your water heater is turned off, you can focus on minimizing the leak by cutting off the flow of water from the water supply. In many models, shutting off the supply valve is done by simply pulling a lever or turning a dial. Consult your heater’s manual to locate the shut-off valve for your tank and learn how how to safely turn it off.

Prevent future problems. Call your local plumbing services technician for routine tune-ups, inspections and maintenance to locate problems with leakage before they become serious. Routine maintenance is best done at least once every two to three years, or for older models, as often as needed.

Keep your water heater in good shape with the help of our expert plumbers at A-1 Comfort Care. Give us a call at (732) 578-0379 or fill out our contact form to schedule a service visit or request a free estimate on water heater installations today. We serve homeowners in Wall and Freehold, NJ, as well as other neighboring New Jersey communities.