Hot-water problems can be frustrating. It’s no fun when you turn on your water and get ready for your shower only to find that the water won’t get any hotter than lukewarm. And even worse is when you’re in the middle of your shower and the hot water gives out completely. Over time, what may seem like a minor inconvenience can become a real headache, and you might want to
so we can help you get to the bottom of the issue.
But before you start calling, try to get a clearer sense of what’s causing your hot water shortages. Here are a few things to keep in mind.
Water heater or plumbing?
Do your hot water problems affect your entire household, or are they confined to one fixture? Next time your shower hot water runs out, immediately go around your home to other showers and faucets and test whether they work properly. If you can get them to produce a sustained flow of hot water, then the problem is probably confined to your shower, which means that it’s probably in the plumbing, rather than in the water heater. This will be useful information when you start calling Neptune Plumbing. If the other showers and taps have similar hot water issues, then the problem is probably with your water heater.
When does it happen?
If the hot water problems are intermittent, make note of when they occur. Do they happen during a certain time of day? What’s the outdoor temperature when the hot water goes out? How long were you running the water? Were you previously running water elsewhere in the house? These things may mean nothing, but it doesn’t hurt to know this information when the plumber comes.
Check the valve.
Find where your water valves are located, and make sure that the hot water valve is all the way open. Over time, valves can slowly close on their own, so don’t rule this out as a possible solution. You wouldn’t want to have a technician come out to your home only to find that the problem was a half-closed valve all along.
How old is the showerhead?
If your showerhead is older than a year or two, it may be that its inner parts are worn out and causing obstructions. If you can, take apart your showerhead, and make sure everything inside still looks new. If it’s falling apart inside, installing a new one is a fairly easy process that you may be able to do on your own. (Note: Be careful not to injure yourself or break the showerhead when taking it apart. If you are concerned, please
.)
Do you need a professional?
If the source of the problem is more complicated than a worn-out showerhead, and if you don’t have much plumbing experience, you may want to
. Remember that plumbing is complicated, and Neptune Plumbing technicians go through years of training and certification before they’re qualified to work on advanced plumbing projects. So if you’re not sure of yourself, put the project in the hands of someone with the necessary know-how.
Have you had hot water or shower issues in the past? How was it resolved? Share your stories or tips in the comments.
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