Water Heaters for Home in Central North Carolina

If you are experiencing issues with your water heater, we offer service, replacement, installation, and repair. If replacement is necessary, we will help you select the best unit for your needs. We offer professional installation of both tankless and conventional tank water heaters and service most major brands.

If you're deciding between tank and tankless, here is some contextual information that will be helpful in your discussions with our team.

Tankless Water Heaters vs. Storage Tank Water Heaters - Consumer Reports

Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Water Heater

A broken water heater can be a major inconvenience, so it makes sense to pay attention to the warning signs and replace your broken water heater before it stops working all together. At The Water Specialist, our mission is to make sure all of the water systems in your home are operating the way they should. So, if a faulty water heater is causing you stress or discomfort, we’re here to help you make the right upgrade.

Here are five things to watch for as you decide whether or not now is the right time to replace your water heater:

1. You’ve had the same water heater for 10 years or more. Water heaters last about ten years, so if your water heater is getting up there in age, you should at least begin thinking about a replacement, or least of all, an inspection. If you’re unsure how old your water heater may be, you can figure this out by checking the serial number.
2. You notice strange noises. Sediment will build up in the bottom of your water tank over time. Or sometimes, a heating element can become loose. These issues could cause the noises you hear coming from your water heater.
3. There is rust coming out of the tap. Possibly, this could be a sign that it’s time for a change. Pay attention to the color of your water when you first turn on your hot water faucet. If you notice hints of orangish red, you’ll want to call a professional.
4. Your hot water doesn’t last very long. Water heaters will degrade in quality over time. Also, the sediment build up will eventually decrease the water holding capacity.
5. There is puddling around your water heater. This is a sign of leaks in your unit. If you notice any such leaks, you need to take immediate action.

Professional Installation & Ongoing Service

If you notice any of the above signs of water heater damage, the right move is to call our experts at The Water Specialist. When you buy a new water heater from us, you can expect professional installation and an abundance of additional support.

The Water Specialist is a family-owned company in operation since 1976. Our mission is to make your life easier by ensuring your water and septic systems always function the way they should. If now is the time to replace your water heater, our friendly professionals will help you choose the right water heater from our selection of top brands. From there, you can count on our detail-oriented crew to provide installation of your brand new water heater.

Our Service Area

The Water Specialist is proud to serve homeowners throughout much of Central North Carolina. Our service region includes the counties of Orange, Alamance, Chatham, Caswell, Person, Durham, Wake, Granville, Vance and Franklin. If you live in any of these areas and are experiencing any of the signs of a declining water heater, our friendly experts are ready to help. Call The Water Specialist today to get started!