Water heater problems
What changed about your hot water?
Find the closest no-hot-water, short-supply, leak, noise, or temperature-control symptom. The safest next step depends on whether water is contained and whether the unit is gas, electric, tank, or tankless.
Choose the closest symptom
Common hot water problems
Each guide begins with a direct answer and separates safe homeowner observations from work that belongs to a plumbing professional.
There is no hot waterSchedule plumbing service soonHot water runs out faster than it used toMonitor it and plan service if it continuesThe water heater is leakingStop the water if you can and arrange urgent serviceThe water heater is making an unusual noiseSchedule plumbing service soonHot-water temperature is inconsistent or unsafeSchedule plumbing service soon