Without regular maintenance, water heaters lose efficiency, build up sediment, and become more prone to issues.
Many homeowners face issues like:
These problems often lead to:
Our water heater maintenance services help improve efficiency, extend system lifespan, and ensure consistent hot water.
Jump HVAC provides routine service that keeps your system clean, optimized, and performing reliably.
Our technicians inspect, flush, and adjust your system to prevent issues and improve performance.
Unlike generic HVAC companies, we focus on:
Water heater maintenance must be done every six months to ensure the longevity of your tank. If your water heater has not been serviced for a while you may be running as low as 40% efficiency. A full list of everything our technicians check, test, and clean in a water heater tune up can be referenced in the checklist below.
There are many different components in your water heater that need to be cleaned. One of the many things our technicians will do when they arrive to perform a water heater tune up is make sure your water heater tank is clean and free of sediment. If it is not it can result in loss of efficiency. They will also check and clean the burner assembly by pulling it out of the heater. The burners will be brushed clean, and the combustion chamber will be vacuumed out before reinstalling the parts.
It’s important to verify the integrity of the anode rod. This is what protects your tank from sediment. The anode rod is made of a sacrificial metal that the sediment attacks and eats instead of your water heater tank. If the anode rod is bad, the tank is not far behind it. This is the most important step in maintaining the longevity of your water heater and is something our technicians make sure to check with every water heater tune up.
Your water heater needs maintenance every six months! This ensures you have a clean tank with a functioning temperature & pressure valve. This valve must be tested every six months. If the temperature & pressure valve fails and is not replaced it may lead to pipes bursting and cause your home to flood.
How can you tell if you need maintenance performed on your water heater?
There are a few noticeable clues that you may have a sediment buildup problem with a gas heater. First, lower element burnout. This can occur when sediment piles up high enough to bury the lower elements, causing overheating. One way to tell that this is happening is your hot water will run out much more quickly than it used to. The second clue is something you may hear. Customers have described sounds coming from their water heater as “burglars breaking in,” “a bowling alley,” and “a freight train in my tank.” Sounds such as popping, crackling, or rumbling can be heard when water trapped in the sediment superheats and turns to steam. The third way to tell is with your sense of smell. If there is sediment buildup in your water heater tank it may smell like an unpleasant sulphur or rotten-egg odor. This is because sediment is a breeding ground for bacteria. If any of these clues have come to your attention in your home, call to schedule maintenance for your water heater today.
Things homeowners can do on their own to help maintain their water heater.
We can’t stress enough the importance of keeping your mechanical room clean. It’s not a storage room. The equipment needs this room to breathe. Filling your mechanical room with things such as boxes, paint cans, et cetera can be hazardous and shorten the life of your gas appliances.
We recommend at least once a year to maintain performance.
The technician will do a 25 point inspection on your water heater which includes, but is not limited to, pulling the burners and inspecting, wiping out the burner cavity, inspecting the anode rod, and recommending a flush if necessary.
Yes, it helps maintain consistent and reliable hot water.
Most visits take about 60 minutes.
Yes, water heater maintenance will absolutely extend your water heater's life. Inspecting the anode rod and flushing your water heater annually is extremely important in maintaining your water heater tank's longevity.
Yes, it helps maintain efficiency and prevent early issues.
Call us or request an estimate online. Tell us what’s going on, and we’ll help you schedule the right next step quickly.
We will inspect the issue, assess your system, & walk you through the best repair or replacement options for your home, property, and budget.
Once you’re ready, we complete the repair, replacement, or service with professionalism, care, and respect for your home or property.
Just clear communication and quality HVAC service from a local team that cares.
You get experienced, licensed technicians who provide clear answers and honest guidance on the right solution for your system.
We explain what’s wrong, your options, and what makes the most sense for your home, budget, and comfort.
We focus on what’s right for you - repair when possible and recommend replacement only when it truly makes sense.
We arrive on time, communicate clearly, and deliver respectful, professional service from start to finish.
Lakewood is at the center of what we do. We help homeowners and small businesses in nearby areas with reliable heating and cooling services.
From AC issues in summer to furnace and boiler problems in winter, we understand local HVAC needs and provide clear, practical solutions.
