A water heater is one of those household appliances that need to operate round the clock due to increased demand for hot water during the colder months. However, many families complain about the inconsistent supply of warm water in their houses and call specialized water heater repair services to fix the issues.
Do you face similar problems with your water heater during the winter season? Is there not enough warm water to last a full shower, or are you not able to enjoy a steaming hot bath consistently anymore? Like any other machine, your water heater can also be subjected to various maintenance problems and other common issues, including not having enough hot water supply during the winter months.
The following are some of the most common reasons why your water heater doesn’t produce enough hot water, and how you can address them:
Too Much Demand For Hot Water
One of the top reasons for inadequate hot water supply is the extraordinarily high number of appliances, fixtures, and faucets drawing warm water. This puts increased pressure on your water heater to keep up with the rising demand. Some of the common reasons for the enhanced need for hot water may include a recent upgrade to a large bathtub or installing a new shower head featuring multiple spray heads, a remodeling project adding a larger kitchen or a modern bathroom, an increased number of households, and additional appliances.
To remedy increased demand for hot water, you may replace your water heater with a new, larger capacity model. You can also install a tankless water heater, which will ensure that you never run out of warm water unless all of your appliances are drawing out water simultaneously.
Increasingly Cold Incoming Water
In colder climate regions, one can expect to receive freezing water during the wintertime, requiring your water heater to take more time to heat the water adequately. Due to this, you and your family may feel that you’re not receiving enough warm water.
To counter this issue, it would help if you installed a smart thermostat in your home that can regulate the water heaters temperatures according to the changing temperatures outside. This will help to partially compensate for colder water entering your water heater tank during peak wintertime.
Decreased Incoming Water Pressure
The incoming cold water helps push the warm water out to appliances, fixtures, and faucets in your home. In the case of reduced water pressure the cold water will also decrease the pressure at which warm water gets forced out of the tank. As a result, you may feel like there isn’t enough hot water available in the tank.
Overcoming water pressure issues can be challenging due to the various factors involved. In some cases old and corroded water pipes may even need replacing with high-quality plumbing pipes. If you have a pressure regulator valve installed in your home, you may need to adjust or replace this device as well.
Inefficient Thermostat
Suppose you see no increase in water temperature after you have increased your water heater temperature settings. In that case, it may be a sign that you have a faulty thermostat that needs replacing. Always invest in carrier smart thermostats for your HVAC systems that come with increasingly convenient remote access and energy-conscious features.
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