Water Heater Routine Maintenance
- Drain and flush sediment from tank twice a year.
- Check pressure-relief valve once a year to make sure this crucial safety device is not clogged.
Systems & Appliances
Water Heater Quick Fixes
Problem: There is no hot water.
- Check the pilot light and carefully relight if out.
- Make sure the gas controls are completely turned on. Then, check and be sure it is firmly connected to the gas control unit and positioned near the pilot flame
- Check the thermocouple and replace if necessary
- Check the fuse box/circuit breaker. If the heater repeatedly blows fuses, call an electrician.
- Push the reset button. Test the heating thermostats and elements.
- Call a qualified professional
Problem: There is not enough hot water.
- Turn the thermostat to a higher temperature.
- Insulate the hot water pipes
- Have a qualified professional install a larger heater
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What is a Home Warranty?
A home warranty is a service contract that covers the repair or replacement of many of the most frequently occurring breakdowns of home system components and appliances.
Is Everything in My Home Covered?
No. Not everything is covered; however, most of the system components and appliances that breakdown frequently are covered.
Why American Home Shield?
As the founding and leading Home Warranty Company, we have over 35 years of experience caring for our customers. With over 1.3 million home warranties in force nationwide, and over 11,000 contractors in our service network, we lead the industry in delivering innovative home warranty products to our customers.
