🚨 5 Signs Your Water Heater Is About to Fail

How to Avoid Cold Showers & Costly Repairs in Georgia

Is your water heater showing signs of trouble? As The Water Heater Pros, we’ve seen it all — from minor leaks to total system failures. Your water heater usually gives off warning signs before it quits. Knowing what to look for can save you from cold showers, unexpected expenses, and even water damage.

If you’re in Cartersville, Rome, Kennesaw, or anywhere in Northwest Georgia, here’s what you need to watch for.

⚠️ 1. Your Water Isn’t Getting Hot Enough

If your water heater struggles to provide consistent hot water — or runs out too quickly — it’s not just annoying. It could mean:

 

• • A failing heating element (in electric units)

• • A worn-out burner (in gas models)

• • Sediment buildup insulating the tank bottom

Pro Tip: The average water heater lasts 8–12 years. If yours is older and losing heat, replacement might be smarter than repair.

💧 2. You See Water Leaks Around the Tank

Water on the floor near your tank isn’t normal. Small leaks can mean:

 

• • Rust or corrosion inside the tank

• • Loose valves or failing pressure relief valve

• • Internal cracks (especially in older models)

Warning: Even tiny leaks can become major floods. Call us immediately if you see water pooling.

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🥶 3. You Hear Strange Noises

Does your water heater rumble, pop, or bang when heating up? That’s often caused by:

 

• • Hardened sediment at the bottom of the tank

• • Steam bubbles trapped under debris

• • Expansion/contraction of failing internal parts

Not only is this annoying — it causes wear and tear and increases your energy bill.

Fix: A professional water heater flush can often fix this.

⏳ 4. Your Water Heater Is 10+ Years Old

Most tank-style water heaters last 8–12 years. After that:

 

• • Efficiency drops

• • Risk of leaks increases

• • Parts become harder to replace

If your unit is past 10 years old, it’s usually more cost-effective to replace it — especially with energy-efficient tankless options.

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🟤 5. Rusty or Discolored Water

Is the hot water in your sinks or tubs a strange color? That could mean:

 

• • Your tank is rusting from the inside

• • The anode rod is failing

• • Your pipes may also be corroded (especially if you have galvanized plumbing)

Don’t ignore this — rust-colored water can stain appliances and signal a coming tank failure.

✅ What to Do If You Spot Any of These Signs

If you’re seeing one or more of these warning signs, don’t wait until you’re left without hot water. At The Water Heater Pros, we offer:

 

• • Fast same-day service in Cartersville, Marietta, Kennesaw, Rome, and surrounding areas

• • Expert diagnosis & honest recommendations

• • Professional installation of tank or tankless water heaters

• • Affordable financing options

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We’re proud to be Northwest Georgia’s trusted water heater specialists. Whether it’s a leak, weird noise, or cold water crisis — our team will fix it right the first time.

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Cartersville | Acworth | Marietta | Kennesaw | Rome | Calhoun | Dallas | Hiram | Woodstock | and surrounding areas