Water Heater Repair / Water Heater Replacement in Skokie & The Northern Suburbs
One of the most annoying things that can ruin your day is stepping into the shower and finding the water ice-cold. Even worse is scalding water. Both usually point to a water heater that needs repair or replacement, though the cause is not always obvious.
To decide the right fix, a professional plumber needs to look at the heater. Some problems are simple. If a heater does not heat water, it could be a faulty circuit breaker. A cracked dip tube can leave you with lukewarm water. If the water is scalding, the thermostat may need to be replaced. We find the cause first, then tell you whether repair or replacement makes more sense.
If your water heater is leaking, turn off the water supply to the heater and the power or gas to it, then call us.
Water heater service in Skokie & The Northern Suburbs
We repair existing water heaters and install new ones. You get a clear estimate, and new installations carry a 1-year warranty.
Water heaters come in two main types:
- Traditional tank water heaters. A tank heater stores hot water and heats it with a gas burner or an electric element. Because water sits in the tank, leaks and sediment buildup are common problems. We can repair or replace any conventional heater.
- Tankless water heaters. A tankless heater heats water on demand, so no hot water sits unused in a tank. Several components can fail over time. See our tankless water heater repair and installation page for details.
Repair or replace?
A conventional tank heater typically lasts 8 to 12 years, depending on how well it is maintained. If yours is in that range and keeps needing repairs, replacement is often the better value, and a newer unit is more efficient. We will give you an honest recommendation.
Our plumbers can also help with urgent plumbing repairs, commercial plumbing, residential plumbing, drain cleaning, water leaks, gas leaks and faucet installation and repair.
