A routine plumbing tune-up doesn’t always turn up anything unexpected — but for one Grunthal homeowner, it uncovered a hot water tank quietly leaking at the base. Our technician traced the moisture back to the tank itself, confirmed the temperature and pressure relief valve was dry and functioning correctly, and checked every connection along the way. With the aging 40-gallon tank showing its age, we recommended stepping up to a 60-gallon replacement — a better match for the household’s hot water demand, which also meant upgrading the breaker and wiring to safely support the larger unit.
Once the new tank was in and wired up, we tested the elements to confirm they were drawing proper amperage, filled the system, and checked for leaks before calling it done. The tune-up itself turned up a couple of smaller notes worth keeping an eye on — aging laundry hoses nearing the end of their expected lifespan, and a sediment filter due for a change — both flagged for the homeowner rather than left as surprises down the road.
A small leak caught early is a lot less stressful than one discovered at 2am. If your hot water tank is getting up there in years, it’s worth a look before it decides for you. Learn more about our hot water tank services.