Michigan winters are not for the faint of heart. The snow and ice keep lots of people from settling here, but for those who can bear it, Michigan is truly the best place to live. Many Michiganders even go so far as to embrace the cold, engaging in skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and other outdoor winter activities. It’s hard to say whether it’s the activities themselves that draw folks outside or whether it’s the intoxicating feeling of warming up when you finally head indoors.
Certainly, the option of a warm shower or bath is appealing to most everyone who spends a Saturday afternoon with Jack Frost nipping at their nose. However, this beloved routine can only work if your water heater is in tip-top shape. If it’s running below capacity, breaks, or cracks, your soothing post-sledding bubble bath lacks luster, to say the least.
Signs that Your Water Heater Needs Care
These are some ways to tell if your water heater needs maintenance, so you can fix the problem before it’s too late.
- It’s leaking. If you notice any sort of leaks or puddles around your water heater, it’s likely that maintenance is required as soon as possible.
- There’s a moldy scent. If you notice a mold or musty scent to your water, there might be bacteria in the water system. A water system flush will usually remedy this.
- It dispenses water at unusual temperatures or quantities. If you used to be able to take a fifteen-minute hot shower, but the water now turns cold at minute six, there’s likely something wrong with your water heater system. If you’ve noticed a significant change in water pressure for no discernable reason, this is also a cause for concern.
Call the Pros at Birmingham Plumbing
Be sure to call a trusted professional for regular tune-ups and if any of the above begin to happen. No one serves Michigan better than Birmingham Plumbing. Contact us today to make an appointment.
