Pilot keeps going out
Usually a worn thermocouple, a dirty pilot tube or a draft. On some tanks the flame arrestor screen is clogged with lint and dust.
Tank repair
Hot Water Tank Repair When You Need It
No hot water, lukewarm showers or a tank that drips? Able Pro finds the real cause and fixes gas and electric hot water tanks, with technicians on call 24/7.
- Gas and electric repairs
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No heat, no hot water or a gas smell? Call any time, day or night.
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Overview
Fast, accurate hot water tank repair
When the hot water stops, it rarely means the whole tank is finished. Many failures come down to one part: a thermocouple, a hot surface igniter, a gas control valve, an electric element, a thermostat or a power-vent fan. Good hot water tank repair starts with finding which one, quickly and accurately.
Our technicians test before they replace. On a gas tank that means checking the pilot, flame, gas pressure, venting and safety switches. On an electric tank it means checking the breaker, the high-limit reset, both elements and both thermostats with a meter.
If the tank itself is leaking, there is no honest repair for that, and we will tell you so. Otherwise, you get a clear explanation and a quote before we fix it.
Common hot water tank problems we fix
These are the calls we take most often, and what is usually behind them.
Electric tank stays cold
A tripped high-limit, a burned-out element or a failed thermostat are the usual suspects, and all are testable.
Power-vent won't start
Blocked vent terminations, a failed pressure switch or a worn fan motor can stop the burner from lighting at all.
Leaks and drips
Leaks from fittings, the drain valve or the relief valve are repairable. Water from inside the tank jacket usually is not.
Not enough hot water
A broken dip tube mixes cold water into the hot outlet. Sediment, a bad element or an undersized tank also shorten showers.
Strange noises
Rumbling points to sediment, while hissing or sizzling can mean water dripping onto the burner. Both need checking.
Included
What we test on a repair call
- Gas supply, pilot, thermocouple or igniter
- Gas control valve and burner flame
- Venting, draft and power-vent pressure switch
- Electric breaker, high-limit reset and wiring
- Upper and lower elements and thermostats
- Relief valve, drain valve and pipe connections
- Dip tube condition and water temperature at the taps
How it works
How we handle your repair
- 1
Call or book
Reach us at (236) 222-2222 or online. For leaks and no hot water, our team is on call 24/7.
- 2
Diagnose properly
We test the controls, burner or elements and venting to pinpoint the failed part.
- 3
Quote and fix
You approve a clear price, then we repair it, often with parts we carry on the truck.
- 4
Confirm it works
We run a full heating cycle, check for leaks and make sure hot water reaches your taps.
Why call Able Pro for tank repairs
Help at any hour
Our technicians are on call 24/7, because a leaking tank at midnight cannot wait for Monday.
Testing, not guessing
We measure and test before swapping parts, so you pay for the fix you actually need.
Honest repair advice
If a repair would be money thrown at a failing tank, we tell you and explain the alternatives.
Respect for your home
We work cleanly, protect the floor around the tank and leave the space as we found it.
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Questions homeowners ask us
Still unsure? Call (236) 222-2222 and talk it through with us.
Why do I suddenly have no hot water?
On a gas tank, the pilot may be out because of a failed thermocouple, or the igniter or gas valve may have failed. On an electric tank, check the breaker and the reset button behind the upper access panel. If it trips again, there is an underlying fault that needs testing.
Is it safe to relight the pilot myself?
Following the instructions on the tank label is generally fine. If the pilot will not stay lit, you smell gas, or you see scorch marks around the burner door, stop and call a technician. Those signs point to a problem that relighting will not solve.
My relief valve is dripping. Is that dangerous?
The relief valve opens when temperature or pressure gets too high. A drip can mean the valve is worn, or that pressure is building because there is no working expansion tank. Never cap or plug the discharge line. We find the cause and fix it.
Can a leaking hot water tank be repaired?
If the water comes from a fitting, the drain valve or the relief valve, yes. If it comes from the tank body itself, the inner shell has corroded through and the tank needs replacing.
Why does my hot water smell like rotten eggs?
That smell usually comes from bacteria reacting with the magnesium anode rod. Replacing it with a different anode type and flushing the tank typically solves it. It is more common on well water but can happen anywhere.
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Get your hot water flowing again
Call (236) 222-2222 now or book online. Tell us what the tank is doing and we will take it from there.
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