No hot water at your home in Farmington, UT? How come it never happens at a convenient time! If it’s a water heater that doesn’t work, a leak in your utility closet, or water that never seems to get hot, our water heater repair and replacement experts at Millcreek Plumbing in Farmington figure out the cause and give you an honest answer on repairing versus replacement before they start working. We’re the same plumbers in Farmington that homeowners and businesses in Davis County have called since 2002. Family owned and operated, with technicians who live and work right here.
No Hot Water or Inconsistent Water Temperature
If you’ve got cold showers in the morning, or water that switches from cold to hot while you’re using it, it’s likely due to a faulty thermostat, heating element or gas valve. We’ll test each component in your hot water heater system to find the culprit and fix it fast.
Popping or Rumbling Water Heater Noises
If you hear popping noises coming from your water heater, it’s almost always because of a buildup of sediment. Water here in Farmington comes from underground wells around the city, and it’s definitely on the hard side at 8 to 10 grains per gallon. All those minerals settle at the bottom of the tank and during each heating cycle they get superheated, which is what causes the rumbling and popping sound. If your tank is sound we’ll give it a flush.
Discolored or Rusty Looking Water
A worn out anode rod or corrosion inside the tank will leave you with rust colored water. If we can catch this early enough, it could mean the difference between a water heater repair and a full replacement.
Leaking Water Heater Tank
Unfortunately a leaking tank isn’t fixable. If you see water collecting around the unit, or dripping from a connection, we’ll talk through some of the replacement options.
We had a customer who called us with a water heater emergency. When we arrived there were towels on the floor just to keep the leaking water contained. On top of that leak it had aged insulation, missing earthquake straps, worn out fittings and no expansion tank to protect the system from swings in pressure. So when a tank gets to this point, it’s a matter of when it’ll fail, not if.
Our water heater repair techs pulled out the old unit, ran new water and gas lines, and then installed this brand new Ruud Achiever water heater that’s specifically designed for the demands of a northern Utah household. We also added an expansion tank, wrote the install date on the unit, and then cleaned up the space around it. Finally we secured the tank with seismic straps to make sure it’s up to code.
Now the homeowner has hot water when they need it, and a water heater system that’s built to last.
Got a water heater on its last legs? Call our Farmington location at (385) 200-9952 or fill out the form on this page for an estimate.
A lot of the water heater service calls we get across Farmington actually turn out to be repairable. Noisy tanks, failed heating elements or stuck thermostats are usually fixable without having to replace the entire water heater. In our experience the age of the tank and the cost to repair are what impacts the decision. Let’s say the unit is less than 5 years old, and just has a single failed component. That’s a simple repair. On the other hand, a water heater tank that’s 12 years old with visible damage and a failed component is actually a better candidate for replacement, because you are likely going to have another repair within a year. For water heaters between these two scenarios, we’ll talk you through the options so you can decide for yourself.
We repair and service both tank and tankless water heater systems by Rheem, A.O. Smith, Bradford White, Rinnai, State and other major brands that are commonly found in Davis County homes. These are the same water heater repair and replacement services we do across the Wasatch Front.
The plumbers on our team live and work in this area. That means you get quick response, and techs who are familiar with the different types of homes found in Cobblestone, Farmington Ranches and Station Park.
Remember when the Olympics were in Salt Lake? We do because we’ve been in business here for that long! We’re not a franchise, and we haven’t been bought out by private equity. We’re owned and operated by family which means that every job we complete reflects a reputation we’ve been building one customer at a time. We’re the same team that homeowners already call for drain cleaning.
We’ll give you an honest quote after our diagnosis, and this is before any repairs begin. No surprise costs on the invoice.
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Do you repair water heaters in Farmington, UT?
We sure do! We can service your tank or tankless water heater no matter where you’re located in Farmington, from a simple thermostat chage and heating element repair, to a full water heater replacement. Farmington has hard water at 8 to 10 grains per gallon according to the Farmington Water Department, which means sediment can quickly build up and lead to failure of components.
How do I know if my Farmington water heater needs repair or replacement?
It usually comes down to two things: age and repair costs. In our experience a water heater that’s less than 5 years old and needs a simple fix is usually worth repairing. But if the unit is over 10 years old and has damage, you’re usually better off to replace it. We’ll walk through both scenarios and tell you honestly how to decide.
Why is my water heater making popping or rumbling noises?
Those noises usually come from sediment buildup from Farmington’s hard water. Minerals end up settling at the bottom of the tank, and a flush will resolve it if the tank hasn’t been damaged.
Do I need a permit to replace a water heater in Farmington?
In most cases a permit is required. We’ll handle the permit process through the Farmington City Building Department (160 S Main St, Farmington, UT 84025, 801-451-2383).
How quickly can you get a plumber to my Farmington home?
Our dispatchers will take your call 24/7, and we’ll always give you a time window before we send a tech to you. Call us directly at (385) 200-9952 and we’ll let you know when our next appointment time is available.
What water heater brands do you install and service in Farmington?
We service all major brands of tank and tankless water heaters like A.O. Smith, Rheem, Rinnai, Bradford White and State.
