{"id":538,"date":"2020-11-23T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-11-23T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.affinitygas.com\/blog\/?p=538"},"modified":"2020-11-19T18:49:51","modified_gmt":"2020-11-19T23:49:51","slug":"time-water-heater-to-go","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.affinitygas.com\/blog\/water-heater-service\/time-water-heater-to-go\/","title":{"rendered":"It\u2019s Time for Your Water Heater to Go"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.affinitygas.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Weather_Seasons_Outdoors_iStock_000035725680_XXXLarge_600x600-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Water and air bubbles over white background with space for text\" class=\"wp-image-520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.affinitygas.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Weather_Seasons_Outdoors_iStock_000035725680_XXXLarge_600x600-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.affinitygas.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Weather_Seasons_Outdoors_iStock_000035725680_XXXLarge_600x600-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.affinitygas.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Weather_Seasons_Outdoors_iStock_000035725680_XXXLarge_600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Your water heater works overtime. In fact, it\u2019s probably the hardest working appliance in your home. This system actually accounts for nearly 17% of your home\u2019s overall energy expenditure. This is why you need to take close care of it. If you realize that your home\u2019s water heater just isn\u2019t cutting it anymore after reading through the information we&#8217;ve provided today, you can come to us. We\u2019re here for your <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"\/water-heaters\/installation-replacement\" target=\"_blank\">water heater installation in Gainesville, FL<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We now that it can be hard trying to find the water heater service that you need. You can find the right water heater system for your home with the help of our professionals. We\u2019re the experts and we\u2019re ready to ensure you are set up with the best system to meet your hot water needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2>When to Replace<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We know that\u2019s not always so clear when you need to replace your home\u2019s water heater. Here are a few of the signs that you should replace your current system:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Your unit is over the age of 10<\/li><li>You notice that your water quality is compromised (it tastes foul, smells, funny, or looks a little off in color)<\/li><li>You don\u2019t have enough hot water<\/li><li>You don\u2019t have <strong>any<\/strong> hot water<\/li><li>You hear odd noises (rumbling, popping, etc.)<\/li><li>You notice your home\u2019s water heater is leaking <\/li><li>You have low water pressure<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Did one too many of those bullet points above hit a little too close to home for you? This means that it\u2019s probably time for you to replace your water heater. This <em>also<\/em> means that it\u2019s time to ask yourself the big question\u2014tank or tankless? We\u2019re going to get into it below. You can always come to our professionals for further guidance too. We\u2019re available to help with a diagnosis of your system if you aren&#8217;t sure whether it really needs a replacement or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Tank or Tankless?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ve got options when you upgrade, and we want you to consider them before you choose another furnace. So let\u2019s get into it\u2014should you choose a tank or tankless water heater system for your home?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Tank<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the classic water heater that you\u2019re used to in your home. In fact, this is probably the water heater that you have right now. Tank water heaters are still a great option, you might just need an upgrade in the realm of efficiency. You can get everything you\u2019re looking for with a new unit. You\u2019ll always have hot water readily available with one of these systems. If a tank system seems like the right fit, we can pair you with great products for your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Tankless<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you looking for a switch up when it comes to your home\u2019s efficiency and eco-friendliness? This is where a tankless system can come in to save the day. Tankless water heaters are perfect if you\u2019re looking to improve your home with ease. You won\u2019t have to worry about standby heat loss anymore and you can enjoy knowing your water bills will go down too. You can save time, energy, and money with one of these units. This type of upgrade pays off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Contact Affinity Gas Services today to <a href=\"\/contact\/schedule-service\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">schedule an appointment<\/a> with our professionals. The Gas Efficiency Experts.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your water heater is important. 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