3 Common Reasons Why You Run Out of Hot Water
One issue that many homeowners run into, is running out of hot water. While the reason for this is often simple, it may also be a sign of a bigger problem. Here are three common reasons why you run out of hot water.
Multiple Appliances Running At One Time
One very common reason why you may run out of hot water, is if you are running multiple appliances that use hot water, at one time. Your family could be doing a load of dishes in the dishwasher, running the sink water on hot, doing a load of laundry, and taking a bath all at one time. When this happens, there simply isn’t enough water for all of these appliances to be running at one time, so your hot water runs out.
You Have Sediment In Your Water Heater
Another issue that can stop your water from heating up inside your water heater, is the build up of sediment. If you have a lot of sediment built up inside your water heater, it will settle at the bottom. This then blocks the water from the heating element, which means that your water won’t be heated. This is a common issue with water heaters that are older because the sediment has slowly built up for years.
Your Thermostat Isn’t Working
Lastly, you may experience issues if your thermostat isn’t working properly. For example, your thermostat may read that the water has been heated, when actually it is at a much lower temperature. If resetting your thermostat doesn’t work, then you may need to consider installing a new thermostat to read the water temperature from your water heater.
To learn more reasons why your water heater may run out of water, or to hire a professional to help you with your water heater today, visit us at Signature Plumbing Company.