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Water heater repair and replacement in Kitchener-Waterloo

Repair and replacement of tank water heaters when you run short of hot water or the tank starts to leak.

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Water heater repair and replacement for homes across Kitchener-Waterloo

A standard tank water heater usually lasts somewhere between 8 and 12 years, depending on the water and how hard it works. Near the end of that range the inside of the tank starts to corrode, and a small leak at the base can turn into a wet basement.

We repair water heaters when the tank itself is sound and replace them when it is not. Many Ontario homes rent their water heater, so if yours is a rental, check the agreement first, because the rental company may be responsible for repairs.

Signs you need water heater repair and replacement

  • You run out of hot water sooner than you used to
  • Rusty or discoloured hot water
  • Rumbling or popping from the tank, often a sign of sediment settled in the bottom
  • Water pooling around the base of the tank
  • The tank is more than 10 years old

How the job works

  1. Check the tank and connections

    We look at the age of the unit, the condition of the tank and fittings, and the pressure relief valve, a safety valve that opens if the pressure inside gets too high.

  2. Repair or recommend replacement

    If a part has failed and the tank is in good shape, we repair it, and if the tank is leaking or near the end of its life, we explain why replacement makes more sense.

  3. Install the new unit

    We drain and disconnect the old tank, set the new one in place, connect the water lines and fill it.

  4. Test

    We check every connection for leaks and confirm hot water reaches your taps.

Common questions

Should I repair or replace my water heater?

If the tank itself is leaking, it needs to be replaced, because a corroded tank cannot be patched. If a part such as a valve or heating element has failed on a younger unit, a repair is usually worth it.

Can I make my hot water last longer?

A larger tank or a tankless water heater can help if your household has grown. Flushing sediment out of an older tank can also win back some of its lost capacity.

How do I know how old my water heater is?

The manufacture date is usually on the label on the side of the tank, sometimes coded into the serial number.

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  • Tankless water heaters

    Installation of tankless water heaters, which heat water on demand instead of keeping a tank of it hot all day.

  • In-floor heating

    Hydronic in-floor heating for homes, garages and commercial floors: PEX tubing laid in zones and connected to a boiler or water heater.

Where we do water heater repair and replacement

Based in Kitchener, working across Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph and Stratford.