Water Heater Repair and Replacement

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How Do Water Heaters Work?

Standard or tank water heaters take the cold water coming into your home, heat it and stores it to supply each faucet and fixture throughout your home. Old calcium filled in inefficient, tank model water heaters have the potential of leaking and failing at the most inconvenient times. When this happens they can literally leave you in the cold.

There are various types of fuel and power sources to choose from depending on your home’s water heating needs. There are several other types including Hybrid, Propane and Solar powered units available on the market as well as tankless water heater models.

How To Choose The Right Water Heater

When choosing the right water heater it is important to consider how much hot water you will need at any given time. Tank size and unit location are two key factors to know because you want to make sure your water heater is sized correctly for it’s maximum efficiency.

We always recommend you check and measure the location where your current unit is to be sure the new water heater will fit. Over the past few years due to efficiency rating improvements, dimensions have changed on some commonly used tanks.

The best way to know which water heater is right for you, is to call All Star Water Heaters Inc. Our experienced sales staff and water heater technicians are versed in all types of water heaters. We have sold, installed and repaired nearly every type of water heater on the market.

Take a look at some of our local water heater installations in Riverside, San Bernardino and San Diego Counties. When you are ready, our team will help you choose your next water heater. Call today to for more information on water heaters, at 800-727-0977.

Gas Water Heater Diagram

AO Smith Gas Water Heater Diagram

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Natural Gas Water Heater Diagram

1- Vent

  • Exhaust must be properly vented out through the flue tube which prevent harmful gases from being released into the home.

2- Temperature & Pressure Relief Valve

  • The T& P Relief Valve is a water heater safety component. It is designed to release water pressure from your tank in the event you have too high of water pressure coming into your home or if your water heater’s thermostat overheats.

3- Foam Insulation

  • Foam Insulation is used inside water heaters to improve energy efficiency by insulating and preventing heat loss.

4- Anode Rod

  • The Anode Rod is located inside the top of the tank. It prevents the effects of corrosive hot water from damaging the unit and reducing its lifespan.

5- Dip Tube

  • Gas Water heaters include a self-cleaning dip tube which sends the incoming water to the bottom of the tank. It does this in order to prevent sediment build-up and to extend tank life and efficiency.

6- Glass Liner

  • A porcelain enamel glass lines the tank to protect it from corrosion, chemical resistance (acid or alkaline) and thermal shock.

7- Gas Valve

  • The gas valve controls the flow of gas to the burner. It also allows the user to adjust temperature when needed.

8- Burner

  • Located under the bottom head and flue, gas is ignited by the pilot light to heat the water.