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At one point or another, burned out elements, sediment buildup, faulty thermostats, defective thermocouple, blocked vents, dip tube damage or a broken pressure relief valve will have you calling a repairman. Proper care, maintenance and selecting the right unit for your property all help reduce these occurrences. Aptera phone screened professionals are trained for every type of repair needed for all major brands and are ready 7 days a week.
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Recent changes in the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act have increased the energy efficiency standards for residential water heating with gas, oil or electricity—meaning new water heaters will produce hot water using fewer resources. In addition to improvements made to models with conventional water storage tanks, consumers also have solar-powered, tankless, and combination space heater/water heater models to consider.
Conventional water heaters act as a holding tank for heated water. Cold water flows into the tank and is heated by the fuel source (usually gas or electric). The water sits in the tank where it is monitored by a thermostat and kept hot until there is a call for it from a connected tap.
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Conventional water heaters are most often fueled by natural gas or electricity. Models that utilize natural gas are less expensive to operate. LP and oil-fueled models are also available. Conventional models must meet the new EF (Energy Factor) standard of .62 or above, depending on the tank size and fuel source.
In a tankless unit, water is heated by electric coils or a gas burner as it moves through the heat exchanger.
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Tankless models, like their traditional counterpart, can be fueled by natural gas, LP gas, oil, or electric. These models have an EF standard of .82 or greater.
Using the sun’s natural rays absorbed by roof mounted panels as a power source, solar water heaters in Brownsville are the most environmentally friendly option available. Electricity from the power grid acts as a back-up so you never go without hot water.
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The SEF (Solar Energy Factor) standard is equal to or greater than 1.2 for a natural gas backup unit, 1.8 for an electric backup unit.
Combination units use the heat produced by the home’s space heating system and a heat exchanger to produce hot water. Hot water is stored in a tank until there is a call from the tap.
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Working in combination with your home’s heating space heating source, both units utilize the same fuel. The EF standards are similar to traditional tank units; however, because most combination heaters are high-efficiency they will likely exceed the rated EF standards.
When your home has no hot water, your instinct is to work with the contractor who can get to you the fastest. However, taking just a few minutes to find the pro who asks questions, listens to your answers and educates you on your options will save time, money and headaches.
Regular inspections and annual flushing can prevent sudden, costly repairs.
This is usually an indication of sediment in the water tank. While you may still have hot water, it is not running as efficiently as it could. Having the tank drained and serviced will improve efficiency and could extend the life of your heater.
Yes, in most cases a leaking tank means cannot be patched. If a loose fitting is causing the leak however, it might be repairable.
Depending on the model, most will last between 6 and 15 years, though 20 years is not uncommon with regular maintenance and parts replacement.
This varies by manufacturer, but typically the warranty includes all parts and labor to repair or replace defective parts for the first full year from the date of installation. After the first year, the warranty usually provides coverage for the replacement of defective parts, but does not pay for the labor associated with installing the parts.
Liability insurance and workers’ compensation policies protect you from financial obligations stemming from damages or injuries that may occur while a contractor is working on your project. Ask the contractor for a certificate of insurance with you listed as the additional insured (your contractor can obtain this from the insurance agency at no additional cost).
Yes you need a permit to ensure installation is up to the municipality’s building codes. Aptera installation experts will explain the permit process and obtain the proper permit for you.
Monthly heating costs can vary greatly depending on the age and model of your water heater, the fuel source used and the amount of hot water you use each day. Reduce waste and your costs by following the guidelines below:
For more details on energy efficiency requirements go to the US Department of Energy www1.eere.energy.gov/buildings/appliance_standards or the PHCC.
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735 E Washington StAmerican Appliance
200 E WashingtonMontelongo Appliance Repair
1544 Southmost RdBrownsville water heater installation costs $904, water heater repair costs $529.
American Appliance
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711 S F StFedra Appliance Service & Repair
Payless Plumbing Service
H A Perez Appliance Repair
115 Poplar StHarlingen water heater installation costs $857, water heater repair costs $502.
Garcia Appliance Service
215 W Robertson StUniversal Appliance Parts & Service
27486 Fm 803San Benito water heater installation costs $951, water heater repair costs $557.
La Feria water heater installation costs $984, water heater repair costs $576.
Los Fresnos water heater installation costs $1,034, water heater repair costs $606.
Port Isabel water heater installation costs $1,032, water heater repair costs $604.
Olmito water heater installation costs $897, water heater repair costs $525.
Santa Maria water heater installation costs $895, water heater repair costs $524.
South Padre Island water heater installation costs $927, water heater repair costs $543.
Santa Rosa water heater installation costs $883, water heater repair costs $517.
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6245 Monte BonitoValley Wide Appliance
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735 E Washington StAmerican Appliance
200 E WashingtonMontelongo Appliance Repair
1544 Southmost RdGarcia Appliance Service
215 W Robertson StUniversal Appliance Parts & Service
27486 Fm 803American Appliance
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711 S F StFedra Appliance Service & Repair
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H A Perez Appliance Repair
115 Poplar StCity | Avg. Cost | Low Cost | High Cost |
Brownsville | $904 | $578 | $1,640 |
Harlingen | $857 | $526 | $1,597 |
La Feria | $984 | $501 | $1,618 |
Los Fresnos | $1,034 | $507 | $1,565 |
Olmito | $897 | $502 | $1,596 |
Port Isabel | $1,032 | $441 | $1,504 |
Rio Hondo | $1,077 | $551 | $1,613 |
San Benito | $951 | $499 | $1,584 |
Santa Maria | $895 | $510 | $1,359 |
Santa Rosa | $883 | $469 | $1,336 |
South Padre Island | $927 | $501 | $1,746 |
City | Avg. Cost | Low Cost | High Cost |
Brownsville | $529 | $159 | $1,218 |
Harlingen | $502 | $145 | $1,186 |
La Feria | $576 | $138 | $1,202 |
Los Fresnos | $606 | $139 | $1,162 |
Olmito | $525 | $138 | $1,186 |
Port Isabel | $604 | $121 | $1,117 |
Rio Hondo | $631 | $151 | $1,198 |
San Benito | $557 | $137 | $1,177 |
Santa Maria | $524 | $140 | $1,010 |
Santa Rosa | $517 | $129 | $992 |
South Padre Island | $543 | $138 | $1,297 |
City | Avg. Cost | Low Cost | High Cost |
Brownsville | $1,068 | $337 | $3,087 |
Harlingen | $1,013 | $307 | $3,006 |
La Feria | $1,163 | $292 | $3,046 |
Los Fresnos | $1,223 | $295 | $2,946 |
Olmito | $1,061 | $293 | $3,005 |
Port Isabel | $1,220 | $257 | $2,832 |
Rio Hondo | $1,274 | $321 | $3,037 |
San Benito | $1,124 | $291 | $2,982 |
Santa Maria | $1,058 | $297 | $2,559 |
Santa Rosa | $1,043 | $273 | $2,514 |
South Padre Island | $1,095 | $292 | $3,287 |
City | Avg. Cost | Low Cost | High Cost |
Brownsville | $1,102 | $341 | $3,484 |
Harlingen | $1,045 | $311 | $3,394 |
La Feria | $1,200 | $296 | $3,439 |
Los Fresnos | $1,261 | $299 | $3,325 |
Olmito | $1,094 | $297 | $3,392 |
Port Isabel | $1,258 | $261 | $3,197 |
Rio Hondo | $1,314 | $325 | $3,429 |
San Benito | $1,159 | $295 | $3,366 |
Santa Maria | $1,091 | $301 | $2,888 |
Santa Rosa | $1,076 | $277 | $2,838 |
South Padre Island | $1,130 | $296 | $3,710 |