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Checking on Your Water Heater Warranty

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Indianapolis Plumbing Repair 317-784-187

As a home owner, it is important to know how old your hot water heater unit is, and how long it’s under warranty. Do you know how old your device is? The older the tank, the less likely it’s still covered by its manufacturing warranty. If your water heater is five years old or more, it is probably not covered at all. At this point, it is encouraged to have your water heater tested for any damages. Leaky water heaters cause an incredible amount of destruction; especially in basements where mold mixed with moisture has the perfect environment for growth.

A professional diagnosis can detect any water leaks and subsequent damages. The results will determine whether or not you need to make any changes, or replace your tank altogether.

Water Heater Inspections

There should be a panel located on the side of your water heater tank. Located the serial number on this panel. Within it lies a date of purchase. It can be difficult to see sometimes, but remember that it is in the serial number on the side panel of your water heater. If you cannot determine the date, a licensed plumber can easily make out the numbers for you. This serial number will tell the plumber whether or not the unit is still covered under warranty. From here, take a peek at the seams located on the outside of the tank.

Check for signs of leaking or liquid seepage, focusing more at the bottom of the tank. Look for mold, mildew, or water damages. If any of these signs appear, or if your tank is showing evidence of leakage, it is time to have your tank replaced or repaired. Again, a trained master plumbing contractor can facilitate these tasks for you. They retain the professional equipment, proper training, and industry resources to carry out any and all plumbing and water heater repairs.

If the warranty is not valid any longer, it is most lucrative to purchase a brand new unit with a new parts and labor warranty. Be sure to choose a reputable brand water heater, like Rheem or Bradford White. Ask your local Indianapolis master plumber for advice on the markets most reliable hot water heaters. If the warranty is still good, ask your plumber to validate it for you. Simply provide your plumber with the serial number, date, make and model, and size of the tank, and they will locate the parts, put you on schedule, and do the repairs so you are not without hot water for long.

Weilhammer Plumbing Co. Inc.

Weilhammer Plumbing Company 317-784-1870

Weilhammer Plumbing Company 317-784-1870

Call Mark Weilhammer, master plumber, at 317-784-1870 for more information about water heater repair in Indianapolis, Indiana and its surrounding counties. He and his team of licensed plumbers have decades of experience in the plumbing industry. We repair, replace, install, service, and maintenance all make and model hot water heaters, as well as, give honest industry advice on the best brands to buy. We offer free estimates, DIY Advice, 24 hour emergency services, purchasing advice, unit sales, and much more. Call 317-784-1870 for superior water heater services you can trust in Indianapolis, IN today.

FVIR Gas Water Heaters and What You Need to Know About Them

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Water Heater Repair and Service 317-784-1870

There’s a new type of water heater on the market, and you need to know what people are saying about them before deciding to buy one for yourself. They are the new FVIR gas water heaters; where “FVIR” stands for Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistant. There’s several reviews from customers that have purchased these very units; countless reviews exposing the good, the bad, and the horrifying consequences of their purchase decision.

Continue reading to learn more about FVIR gas water heaters, the warnings that come with them, and real-life customer reviews.

Product and Service Information

FVIR technology is meant to make certain appliances (in this case, water heaters) fire resistant. In fact, 11 years ago all water heaters models were re-designed to have this FVIR capability. Water heater prices have exceeded many customer budgets since then, even though many are not reliable units. When shopping for a new water heater, it is strongly encouraged to choose a make and mode that rarely needs repairs, has parts that are easy to find, and is simple to maintenance.

Master plumber, Mark Weilhammer, shares his opinion on a few of the most popular gas water heaters on the market today:

Bradford White

Grade = A+
Rating = Trouble-Free, Common-Sense Design, Reliable, Easy to Service

Rheem Hot Water Heaters

Grade = A++
Rating = Safe, Long-Lasting, Reliable System, Easy to Use, and Simple to Service

Richmond & GE

Grade = C
Rating = Warranty Issues, Defective Units, Poor Providers

A.O. Smith, Kenmore, Lochinvar, State, & Sears

Grade = D+
Rating = Lint Filter Needs Constantly Cleaned, Poor FVIR Design, Warranty Issues, Defective Units, Poor Providers

Whirlpool

Grade = F-
Rating = Warranty is Void if Lint Filter is Not Cleaned Every 3 Months, Bad Warranties, Defective Units, Difficult Parts Replacement, and CLASS ACTION LAWSUITS

**IN MY OPINION, Whirlpool water heaters are the WORST available units on the market today. Although American-made, they break down constantly and come with poor warranties. And all you Do-It-Yourselfers out there, forget about doing your own repairs. Several people have accidentally broken the internal gas lines, causing explosions, fires, and floods. Save yourself loads of time, money, and frustration by NOT purchasing a Whirlpool brand hot water heater!**

Customer Review #1
Customer Review #2

American Water Heater

Grade = F
Rating = Poor Customer Support, Non-Transferable Warranties, Void Warranty if Lint Filter is Not Cleaned Every 3 Months, Defective Parts, Bad Customer Reviews

Customer Review #1

Check Out these Outrageous Home Depot and Sears WATER HEATER REVIEWS for More Insight:

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Information Provided By Mark Weilhammer, Master Plumber and Owner of Weilhammer Plumbing Company in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Weilhammer Plumbing Company – Indianapolis, IN

Weilhammer Plumbing Co. Inc. Indianapolis, IN 317-784-1870

Weilhammer Plumbing Co. Inc. Indianapolis, IN 317-784-1870

Call Weilhammer Plumbing Co. Inc. at 317-714-0759 for professional water heater repair in Indianapolis, Indiana you can trust. We are highly trained, licensed, and insured master plumbers with decades of experience in the water heater service industry. Owner, Mark Weilhammer, and his team of master plumbing contractors provide a wide-range of water heater repair services for residential and commercial properties. We offer free estimates, unit and product sales, exceptional customer support, emergency water heater repair services, and much more! Call 317-714-0759 to learn more about gas water heater service and repair in Indianapolis, IN today.