Storage Tank Water Heater Repair Fountain Valley
If your storage tank water heater in Fountain Valley isn’t heating like it should—or worse, leaking—you’re not alone. These things fail in quiet ways: water gets warm, then cool. Rusty color starts showing. Or maybe you hear a weird knocking at night. That’s your heater crying for help.
We do storage tank water heater repair Fountain Valley homeowners call for when they need it done right the first time. Our vans are fully stocked with thermostats, heating elements, pressure relief valves, and sediment flush kits. And we’re licensed to fix gas and electric models.
Sometimes it’s a simple fix—like a tripped breaker or a bad thermocouple. Other times, we need to swap out a leaky drain valve or replace a corroded anode rod. Either way, we bring thermal imagers and digital testers so we don’t waste time guessing. We’ll give you a clear answer fast, with a no-pressure quote.
Call us (714) 964-3519 or book online and we’ll get your hot water back same day in most cases.
Story from Fountain Valley – Near Heil & Los Jardines
We helped a retired couple near Heil & Los Jardines last winter. Their hot water would only last five minutes, even though the tank looked fine. Turns out their lower heating element had burnt out completely.
We swapped it on the spot, flushed the tank to clear years of buildup, and showed them how to shut it off in case it happens again. Their grandkids were coming for the weekend—glad we got to it before the cold showers started.
Common Repairs We Do in Fountain Valley
- Replace leaking T&P valves
- Fix bad thermostats or heating elements
- Flush sediment buildup to restore heat time
- Repair broken gas controls or pilot lights
- Change out corroded anode rods
- Fix noisy tanks and water hammer issues
We can also add expansion tanks or earthquake straps if needed. Most jobs are done in a single visit.
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Professional Plumbing provides free plumbing inspections for current homeowners during business hours. A small fee applies for homes in escrow or for sale, which can be credited toward repair costs if we're hired.
Homeowner Prep to Help Speed Things Up
Want to keep costs low and help us work faster? Here’s what helps most:
Clear a path to the water heater, especially if it’s in the garage or a tight closet.
Turn off pets or alarms—anything that might delay access.
Know where the shutoff valve is in case we need to isolate the system quickly.
DIY Mistakes We See in Fountain Valley
We’ve seen folks try to drain their tanks without opening the relief valve—creates a vacuum and won’t drain right. Others try to change the thermostat while the power’s still on. That’s dangerous.
One guy even thought his tank wasn’t working because he “heard a rattle.” Turns out it was just loose change on top from his kid. But we’ve also seen cases where a small leak gets silicone slapped over it… doesn’t hold.
If you started and it didn’t go well, no big deal. We’re local and fix these often.
Related Services
- Water Heater Flushing Fountain Valley
- Storage Tank Water Heater Installation Fountain Valley
- Water Pressure Regulator Replacement Fountain Valley
- Main Water Shut-Off Valve Service Fountain Valley
FAQs – Storage Tank Water Heater Repair Fountain Valley
Could be a tripped breaker, failed heating element, or gas control issue. We’ll diagnose it.
Sediment buildup. We can flush it out and quiet it down.
Unfortunately, no. Leaks at the bottom usually mean the tank’s done.
Depends on age and what’s broken. We’ll give you both options.
Most are under 2 hours unless parts are special order.
