Gas water heaters are normally dependent, but over time they can start to develop problems. Due to their lower cost of use, they are a smarter choice than using an electric water heater. There are many different reasons why they don’t work. A landlord can fix the problems and fix them. Sometimes it’s best if you hire gas water heater services and have a professional fix them as they are better suited for the job. Many times if there is a problem, replacing the faulty component will be the solution, but not always. Be sure not to ignore any of the signs of unusual operation of your gas water heater. If smaller problems are not fixed, the problem could become more serious and result in the purchase of a new one.

If the water heater does not heat the water, it could be due to a malfunctioning thermostat. In the gas water heater, the thermostat is the thermoelectric device called a thermocouple. It is made up of a bi-metal strip that controls the temperature of the pilot burner flame. If the temperature is not high enough to light the pilot burner, it will cut off the gas supply. If there is a faulty thermocouple, it could cause the remaining gas supply to shut off even if the water heater is in good condition. If it’s not the thermostat, the next thing to check is the pilot burner. The flame coming from the pilot burner is directed towards the thermocouple. This will allow you to gauge the temperature of the flame and if not enough heat is coming out of the pilot burner, it could cause the thermostat to keep the gas supply off.

This is something the owner can fix instead of calling a technician to fix it. If the thermostat and pilot burner are not positioned so that the flame reaches the thermostat at the proper intensity, you can reposition the assembly to ensure this happens. You’ll also want to make sure both are free of dirt and sediment. You may need to replace one or both components if neither is working properly. If you are not sure what is causing your water to be lukewarm, you may need to call a professional to resolve the issue. If your gas water heater is producing rust-colored water, there could be corrosion inside the tank due to electrochemical reactions. It could also indicate that the anode heating rod will need to be replaced.