At Collingwood Fuels, we have extensive experience in the oil and gas industries, and you can count on us to keep you well-supplied with fuel for your home or business. In addition, we are also thoroughly familiar with furnaces, hot water heaters, and other appliances that use oil. If your hot water heater is malfunctioning, you can turn to us to get the effective repair services you need. In this article, our team will go over a few ways to tell if you need hot water heater repair.

• Water is Discolored or Smelly – When your hot water heater is working correctly, the water should be completely clear and odorless. If the water starts to turn muddy, then you should call our team for hot water heater repair, as this indicates a problem with rust or bacteria in the tank. Similarly, you should also call us if your water starts to smell bad, especially if it has the odor of rotten eggs.
• Tank is Leaking – Another way to tell if you need hot water heater repair is to pay attention to how much hot water is available. If your tank seems to be running out of hot water faster than it should, check it for leaks—then, if you see signs of a leak, call our team right away to get our technicians on the job.
• Temperature Fluctuates – Lastly, pay attention to the temperature of your water as it comes out of the hot water tap. If your heater is working right, then the water temperature should remain steady—fluctuating temperatures are a sign you need hot water heater repair. These changes in temperature can be obvious, from steaming hot to icy cold, or they can be more subtle, going from, say, hot tub hot to warm drink hot.

If you notice any of these signs or have other reasons to believe you need hot water heater repair services, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team.