Gas water heater seems not to heat quickly
This year I have noticed that my water heater seems to run out of hot water more quickly than it used to. When I turn on the electric element it is drawing current and seems to be working. I checked ...
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Normal t-stat should shut down heating at roughly 140*F and then temp should get down around 110*F before firing back up.
Check that t-stat is TIGHT against tank wall.
Also check heater 'bypass' valve fully closed
Check inside/outside showers turned off at hot/cold handles vs shutoff on shower handle.
Your age of heater and water source....might need to do a vinegar soak/flush to really clean out inside of tank.
Excessive build up will affect heat transfer/operation.
Check that t-stat is TIGHT against tank wall.
Also check heater 'bypass' valve fully closed
Check inside/outside showers turned off at hot/cold handles vs shutoff on shower handle.
Your age of heater and water source....might need to do a vinegar soak/flush to really clean out inside of tank.
Excessive build up will affect heat transfer/operation.
