Hot water rarely gets attention until it disappears.  Since your tank stays quietly tucked away in your basement or utility closet, you may have no idea when yours has gotten too old until you feel your first cold shower. Knowing what to look out for will help you turn a crisis situation into a scheduled replacement, something you will definitely need if you have a affordable water heater in Kelowna and do not want any floods.

The average lifespan of a tank ranges from 10 to 15 years, depending on various factors, including water quality, usage frequency, and maintenance. The manufacture date will be listed on the rating label. Signs to watch out for are brown water, moisture near the bottom of the tank, noise coming from sediment, and rapid depletion of hot water. Any leakage calls for an urgent visit by your plumber, as a corroded tank usually cannot be fixed.

At the time of replacement, you have a few options available. The standard tanks are conventional and cost less initially. Tankless models heat water on demand and occupy less space, although the initial installation cost is high, and modifications in ventilation, gas piping, or electricity supply may be required. It also depends on the type of fuel you are going to use, and gas work must be done by a certified gas fitter.  The size is also important because a heater that is too small will not provide enough hot water, while oversized ones waste energy.

Inquire beforehand whether the permit or inspection applies. The Plumbing Regulation Bylaw of Kelowna defines permits and inspections for plumbing work, and your professional contractor can tell you what your job requires.
Basic maintenance can prolong your heater's life. Periodic draining of some water to get rid of deposits and a checkup of the anode rod will do wonders. Any water heater in Kelowna is easier to manage when you know its condition before it fails. 

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