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Is Your TANK Water Heater Making These SOUNDS

Is Your TANK Water Heater Making These SOUNDS - Water Heaters 101
Have you heard a weird or strange noise coming from your water heater recently? Today we're going to talk about all the different types of sounds it can make and how to stop them from happening!
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Intro ► 00:00
Have you heard this noise from your water heater ► 00:25
2questions 2minutes ► 00:41
If your water heater is making a rumbling/growling noise ► 00:52
If your water heater is making a boiling noise ► 01:32
If your electric water heater is making a hissing noise ► 02:13
If your gas water heater is making a hissing noise ► 03:37
If your water heater is making a cracking/ticking noise ► 04:08
If your water heater is making a screaming/whistling noise► 04:48
Replacing the anode rod ► 05:38
If your water heater is making a dripping/leaking noise ► 06:06
How to stop your water heater from making noise ► 07:15
2 questions in 2 minutes ► 07:38
Do you know anyone whose water heater is making noise ► 08:57
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  • @christopherdillard4063
    @christopherdillard40632 жыл бұрын

    I only have one recommendation for this video it would have been neat for you to record those sounds and then explain them. But other than that great video.

  • @GrimmGaurdian_b1

    @GrimmGaurdian_b1

    Жыл бұрын

    Definitely a good idea and actually what I thought this demonstration was going to be about

  • @tyriaeliis738

    @tyriaeliis738

    Жыл бұрын

    You read my mind

  • @clemvideoproductions909

    @clemvideoproductions909

    Жыл бұрын

    He actually did include the sounds to listen for. He just didn't point them out so it's a little hidden.

  • @carldanger2072

    @carldanger2072

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for saving me the time. I only clicked on this video because it looked like it actually had recorded the noises because that’s what I’m trying to find and compare right now.

  • @lilspears56

    @lilspears56

    10 ай бұрын

    He was doing the different noises as he mentioned them

  • @thetourminator
    @thetourminator2 жыл бұрын

    My water heater (RHEEM brand) was installed by a plumber in June 2016. Only reason I precisely when he installed it, is I recorded a video (saved to hard-drive) of him explaining how to flush it. He advised opening the drain valve for 3 seconds, then closing it for 3 seconds, then repeat that process 5 full times. Then after that open it and let drain for 15 seconds. He said those first ~ 5 on/off cycles help stir the sediment around.

  • @AFluidRealiTea
    @AFluidRealiTea4 ай бұрын

    New favorite channel. I didn't even need this specific video, it was recommended. However, since I manage most of my home's systems, I'm "that guy" when it comes to asking questions of the folks who provide service at my home. Demystifying home systems helps people take better care of their most expensive investment OR understand and explain issues in their rented apartments/homes. I want to learn about it not to always DIY but to know how to describe my home situation to my tradesperson so I can have a better chance at getting it fixed right the first time. Super-cool to provide that education and thank you.

  • @Harloha
    @Harloha2 жыл бұрын

    I love that you use Bradford White. That's my water heater of choice. 🤙🏼💯🤙🏼

  • @nadiasdreamysoundscapes8308
    @nadiasdreamysoundscapes8308 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this helpful video. It saved me from panicking.

  • @stuntz0rZ
    @stuntz0rZ2 жыл бұрын

    Excellent advice once again! On a side note: i asked an hvac installer to give me a quote on a tankless system. the response i got was "we only have done it once" that was the end of that. i might get a second opinion some day. All i know is that bigger gas line would be required to deliver instant hot water.

  • @Mike-01234

    @Mike-01234

    Жыл бұрын

    The gas ones work from what I heard the electric ones don't last and have to pull 3 50amp circuits to them it uses 150 amps at 220V. We bought a heat pump water heater it was expensive now we get a whistling noise. The noise is intermittent from what I read that noise is from either the pressure relief valve or a crack in the top of the tank where it sucks air. Problem is it's intermittent I can't get the installer out here when it's making the noise. I'm kind of regretting buying such an expensive water heater now good old fashion direct element water heater is way to go. If I had gas here I would use that. They last for years if you flush the tanks.

  • @scifigrl23

    @scifigrl23

    Жыл бұрын

    Tankless water heaters don't work that well in houses. Maybe apartments, but a house will need multiple tanks.

  • @jimg2885

    @jimg2885

    6 ай бұрын

    Tankless is not an instant hot water. It is a continuous supply of hot water. To get what you might call instant would require a recirculating pump.

  • @MrChickensnatcher
    @MrChickensnatcher2 жыл бұрын

    I had to change both my elements this past weekend. A pest control guy who knows nothing about water heaters. I got the both changed, and a donkey load of water on the garage floor, cause I thought I drained it properly....🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🏄 Also my sons (10 & 13), and I love watching your videos together, keep cranking them out

  • @justtime6736

    @justtime6736

    2 жыл бұрын

    It take a good 10-20 minutes to drain. Most efficient method is to remove the drain valve. Be sure the cold water inlet is detached too to prevent vacuum retention. Lol but what do I know, I'm "just a handyman" as Roger says *shrug*

  • @kenbrown2808

    @kenbrown2808

    2 жыл бұрын

    there's actually a secret to changing out elements. you close the inlet and then open a hot valve to release the pressure and close everything up again, then you tape a plastic chute to catch any spillage from the element port and guide it into a bucket. then lay out everything to make the swap as fast as possible - when you pull the old element and slide in the new element, the tank will only lose about a cup of water, unless you fumble something.

  • @jeffliverman3401

    @jeffliverman3401

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@justtime6736 the cold side is the dip tube,just kill the water and open the hot side on all faucets

  • @Zargan81
    @Zargan812 жыл бұрын

    After doing dishes or taking a shower, my gas water heater kicks on and few minutes later there is a single, loud metallic clank. Is that okay? I’ve flushed it a few times, and that makes no difference. It seems to do it every time it kicks on. Usually shortly after the gas kicks back off. Any tips?

  • @exclamator
    @exclamator Жыл бұрын

    Hello Roger, your 2018 version of this video said that you shouldn’t flush your water heater if you’ve never flushed it because the cracks in your tank are filled by the minerals in the water. You didn’t mention it in this video. Has something changed on the policy in the last 4 years? I ask because I’ve never flushed my water heater. I’m hearing what sounds like rocks in the bottom. I don’t know if I should flush it or call a plumber. It’s over 15yrs old. I may just need to replace it at this point. I did use highly powerful magnets over the years to try to help with scaling.

  • @RobertDannelly
    @RobertDannelly7 ай бұрын

    Great video, our situation is that ever time the water is ran I can here the water running because my office is right next to the garage and I hear a growling noise. Is this something to worry about. I did flush, but I have seen different videos and I am concerned if there is sediment in the bottom that is not getting flushed.

  • @constitutionallyconscious165
    @constitutionallyconscious16511 ай бұрын

    My gas water tank occasionally booms, it's brand new. I've had technicians from the manufacturer and local gas company come out and say it's not a problem. it's very disconcerting. And sound like it's blowing up. What could that sound be?

  • @joannecarlson373

    @joannecarlson373

    3 ай бұрын

    "Oil canning" in the gas exhaust flue? More common with gas furnaces

  • @soulsanctuaryandwellness3447
    @soulsanctuaryandwellness34473 ай бұрын

    I love your videos and expertise knowledge. I live in a mobile home park with an antiquated system in the ground. Lack of proper maintenance has caused major disturbances for residents. Huge pebbles, calcium, chlorine treatment corroding our fixtures. The air pressure fluctuates and there's always air in our cold water inline. I recently researched the electric anode rod by Corro-Protec which claims to break down sediment deposits. I've read my baseline psi for home as 40 psi, drops to 20 psi with one fixture on and to 10 psi with two fixtures on. I am hoping an expansion tank will help and the electric anode rod might also help. Would you recommend any advice?

  • @jimdidonato1246
    @jimdidonato12468 ай бұрын

    Very nice video...informative and well produced! I have a situation that's not quite addressed in the video. I drained my 21-year-old electric tank, disconnected the electric and plumbing, replaced the T&P valve, inspected the exterior for rust (it is amazingly rust free) and refilled the tank. As part of the inspection, I laid it on its side for a couple of minutes. After reconnecting and filling, I let it sit for a while before turning on the electric breaker, just to check for water leaks. I observed the tank making repetitive clicking sounds. They'd go on for several minutes, then stop for a few, then start up again. I assume thermal expansion can't be the explanation, since I never turned on the electricity. FWIW, since I have an open loop geothermal HVAC, I drilled my well down to an aquifer that provides excellent water. Thoughts?

  • @SEThatered
    @SEThatered2 жыл бұрын

    Very informative. Thank you.

  • @seedystreetmusic9725
    @seedystreetmusic9725 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video and format with the sounds. I am hearing a water flowing sound when the outside hose is turned on. Ideas?

  • @mrDmastr19
    @mrDmastr19 Жыл бұрын

    Is it normal to have a constant hissing sound of gas? I know it’s the gas because if I turn the gas valve off it almost instantly goes away… I would assume it always uses a bit of gas to keep the pilot lit, but I didn’t think you’d be able to hear that, it’s not really loud but it’s a noticeable hiss. Thoughts 💭?

  • @bch6707

    @bch6707

    7 ай бұрын

    Yes, I am here wondering the same thing. I assume it's air coming in or out of the outlet and hope it's normal noise.

  • @dr.daisy0812
    @dr.daisy08128 ай бұрын

    Mine sounds like someone is living inside it and knocking to get out. Can you answer this one?

  • @deamoncohln9506
    @deamoncohln95062 жыл бұрын

    I love that cut out tank so much

  • @RogerWakefield

    @RogerWakefield

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! So do I!

  • @gdent58
    @gdent582 ай бұрын

    @Rogerwakefield I'm a heating guy by trade and I just happened to stumble across your tutorial on your water heater very nicely done before I start a brand new furnace up I always tell the homeowner to open their windows because their fire alarms are going to go off not to worry that the heat exchanger is coded with oil to keep it from rusting during shipping but their fire alarms are going to go off and their house might get a little bit smoky with a smell anyhow very nice job I subscribe to your page might take a line or two from you and use it on a customer someday you can always learn from another professional keep up the good work and letting people know that their water heaters not going to blow through their roof that it's naturally making noises and all is well and as long as they don't plug the TNP valve it won't flow through the roof lol

  • @JourneysMom
    @JourneysMom2 ай бұрын

    What about a running water sounds from water heater and in the wall in the bathroom? No signs of a leak. Also getting warm water from cold water knob in bathroom after hot has been used. We are on a well if it matters.

  • @Alipticalaxislaughs
    @Alipticalaxislaughs10 ай бұрын

    You just saved me from a panic attack 😭 ty

  • @BloomOfLife
    @BloomOfLife Жыл бұрын

    I’ve moved 37 times in my life and never heard a water heater make as much noise as the one I have now. The maintenance guy said it’s normal but it makes noise every hour..

  • @ladymomma5098

    @ladymomma5098

    Жыл бұрын

    Mine is making a knocking noise every hour and lasting about 30 minutes or so and the maintenance man don't know what to do. Ugh, untrained and probably not HVAC certified. Did you all figure it out?

  • @vivimu

    @vivimu

    10 ай бұрын

    37? dang thats a lot of evictions

  • @marilynnelson4718

    @marilynnelson4718

    8 ай бұрын

    @@ladymomma5098 I usually have my fan on and don’t hear any sounds but my neighbor kept on complaining that I was using my washing machine at night. I’m finally hearing the banging and I believe it’s coming from the area where the water heater is there’s three floors and I’m on the second floor not convinced, it’s mine but we’ll see. Really eerie and strange.

  • @aho9664
    @aho9664 Жыл бұрын

    What if you have a water softener do you still flush it out every yeah. I have a Rheem hybrid water heater. Keep in mind I do flush every yeah.

  • @Anglynn74
    @Anglynn748 ай бұрын

    I'm in an apt, our water heater is inside a utility closet but management here has the door to this closet locked at all times, ony they have the key. Once in a while I can hear the water heater whining/whistling, just did it tonight for 5 min straight then stopped. Is it safe for us as tenants to not have any access to this closet or to this water heater? I used to own a house for yrs so it makes me nervous, especially when I hear whining & can't get to it.

  • @RogerWakefield

    @RogerWakefield

    8 ай бұрын

    Hopefully you have renters insurance...anything happens to it, is their responsibility...Might want to call the head office and let them know about the situation

  • @Sandcastleprincess
    @Sandcastleprincess9 ай бұрын

    Bought a house with a new gas water heater. At random times it makes ticking dripping noise that sounds like it's inside the vent (vent is metel) I think maybe the vent has condensation? Is that normal?

  • @octanemayhem2686
    @octanemayhem26862 жыл бұрын

    How do u get it out. If the pieces r too big to flush it. Big chunks. Is there a chemical that will dissolve it or ???

  • @janetbalzanelli1166
    @janetbalzanelli11664 ай бұрын

    Thank you whistling sound tired temperature down does this help only year old had thermostat mother board element changed any input sir it been stressful

  • @lancealmond1059
    @lancealmond10592 жыл бұрын

    My 30gal. electric water heater is over 20 years old. I'm not having any problems with it but I'm sure it needs replacing. Can you recommend a good water heater that will last me another twenty years?

  • @GlennThor
    @GlennThor Жыл бұрын

    My brand new Bradford White makes a metal pinging and tinging sound right when it starts heating. At first it pinged for just 2 or 3 seconds. It has gotten worse and now pings and tings for the entire time the water is heating and really gets going. Any thoughts?Please help. Thanks.

  • @marziiepan
    @marziiepan6 ай бұрын

    THANK UUU 😭i was panicking since my rooms in the basement and i was nervous on the noise

  • @ComputerGuyAndy
    @ComputerGuyAndy23 күн бұрын

    My hot water heater is making a hissing sound from the top and if I shine a light over the exhaust hole area I can see a very, very, fine spray like the bubbles on top of a freshly poured glass of soda (or pop)... Any ideas??

  • @FlyingBanana78
    @FlyingBanana788 ай бұрын

    The issue I am having is my electric water heater will be quiet and out of nowhere it will make a loud singular boom type sound, similar to a fireworks mortar. And just tonight the breaker popped and apun turning it back on the loud booms seemed to happen more frequently than previous.

  • @lourdesfarmer260
    @lourdesfarmer260Ай бұрын

    my Electric Bradford white water heater is New, was installed by a plumber 5 months ago & it’s Making a loud Grinding noise.

  • @TheJayDawgZ
    @TheJayDawgZ2 жыл бұрын

    Ok but I just had to install a new unit and it rumbles and pops every time it kicks on. I have flushed it every 3 months and very little sediment comes out. Why would it still be popping?

  • @lochlancooper1455
    @lochlancooper1455Ай бұрын

    what if its making a loud buzzer-like sound in irregular intervals? (electric)

  • @kenbrown2808
    @kenbrown28082 жыл бұрын

    had an electric tank in one place that was actually compromised to the point it was causing electrolysis in the water as it heated. it was a rarely used building and every time you opened the hot tap, you would release the oxygen and hydrogen the electrolysis had cracked the water to.

  • @PhillipDavis830

    @PhillipDavis830

    2 жыл бұрын

    My water heater started pushing gas through the pipes. I wondered what it was. My heater is 30 years old and needs replacement.

  • @colenichols

    @colenichols

    2 жыл бұрын

    Better hope nobody lights candles 🤣

  • @jwest88
    @jwest88 Жыл бұрын

    I live in a basement apartment and the furnace, AC/Heater are all down here in the basement behind some normal hollow core doors not too far from where I hang out/sleep. I already had to deal with other noises from the central air system, but now the water heater makes annoying knocking sounds multiple times a day(probably when hot water is being used). Bugs the crap out of me and my landlord won't do jack. She doesn't even respond to my texts., ever. I'm tempted to try to drain it myself with the help of a YT vid, but I hear a lot of times that doesn't fix it. Had no clue about an annual drain, and have been living here for less than 2 years either way. Also tempted to get solid core doors in front of all those noise sources as well as the entrance to my appt which is right by my upstairs roommates kitchen. Expensive though and I don't make much money. These noises drive me nuts but not much I can do about it it seems.

  • @bobduffy7744
    @bobduffy77442 жыл бұрын

    I had my new water heater installed about 2 years ago. I’ve always been afraid to Maintance it but I know I need to.

  • @stuntz0rZ

    @stuntz0rZ

    2 жыл бұрын

    Make sure you have a full port valve. Some models ship with a tiny hole that sediment gets clogged up in while flushing. It is really simple maintenance.

  • @bobduffy7744

    @bobduffy7744

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@stuntz0rZ I’ll remember that. The last tank I tossed got clogged. Had to Carry it out near full.

  • @bobduffy7744

    @bobduffy7744

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@stuntz0rZ u sound like you know a thing about plumbing. I got a question about a 3 handle shower valve I purchased yesterday. Trying to replace in my older home. I picked up a pfister yesterday. Seems to be ok for $115 at HD. The old Moen valve had 2 proprietary fittings on hot & cold.. im just realizing. Some weird union joints they don’t sell at any store. I tried to use a 1/2 inch female adapter on hot & cold side.. I keep getting a leak out top of both 1/2 inch female adapters. Of course no leaks where I solderd below it….. I’m using plumbers tape. No reason this should have a leak. Are you able to attach a sharkbite over previously solder’d copper? Any suggestions are appreciated.

  • @stuntz0rZ

    @stuntz0rZ

    2 жыл бұрын

    ​@@bobduffy7744 Never have done one of those shower valves. Sorry, not much help there...But I want to someday. The leak is coming from where you applied plumbers tape? After the plumbing tape you need to use a thin layer of some kind of sealant (pro dope). For further seal protection you can even put wick in between the threads.

  • @bobduffy7744

    @bobduffy7744

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@stuntz0rZ SOB. I didn’t think the compound was absolutely necessary. You think that would do it eh.? Maybe ur right… it sucks the amount I’ve spent and time in the past 2 days trying to install this. I could have hired a plumber for about the same price. Now I’m debating when I go to the store tommrow. To either get two 1/2inch female adapter sharkbites and call it a day. Or solder on the 1/2 inch female adapters with pipe dope. If I use a sharkbite you think I’d still want to use the compound & tape ? I haven’t used many sharkbites in my day.

  • @samanthazepeda4110
    @samanthazepeda41104 ай бұрын

    Great information sir thank you for your help , sharing this helps

  • @RogerWakefield

    @RogerWakefield

    4 ай бұрын

    My pleasure

  • @furryplantsandcoins9070
    @furryplantsandcoins9070 Жыл бұрын

    Okay just found this video. I moved into the apartment I live in going on 3 years in May. They have never came in and flushed out the tank. Now I'm hearing knocking and banging sounds coming from it. I've noticed it's usually after I take a shower a few hours later. I also noticed that my shower is usually out of hot water before I'm done in the shower. So it's not even lasting 20 minutes for hot water. Would you suggest hot water flush? Or just completely replacing it? Not sure how old it is I would have to actually look at the hot water heater or ask my landlord.

  • @scifigrl23

    @scifigrl23

    Жыл бұрын

    Contact your landlord, this isn't your problem.

  • @gerarobinson172

    @gerarobinson172

    7 ай бұрын

    Same issue. Did you figure it out?

  • @furryplantsandcoins9070

    @furryplantsandcoins9070

    7 ай бұрын

    @@gerarobinson172 the manager brushed it off said there was nothing wrong and didn't bother to even come check it out. Said it was "normal" ... I've since moved. They were never getting things fixed. I would never recommend anyone to rent from them. I cleaned the apartment top to bottom. Shampooed carpets. Removed all belongings and trash... Left it move in ready.. just for them to tell me I needed to give them a 60-day notice and send me a bill ... Unbelievably the worst renting experience.

  • @strangeroamer3219
    @strangeroamer32192 жыл бұрын

    My dad installed the water heater at our house when he moved in over 30 years ago. He is not a plumber. The water heater is still working properly, has never been serviced, has never been flushed. It made some weird noises once, but it's still working.

  • @oscarrivera3692

    @oscarrivera3692

    2 жыл бұрын

    Is it a reliance brand?

  • @oscarrivera3692

    @oscarrivera3692

    2 жыл бұрын

    Cause these are juggernauts and most actually do last 20+ years I’ve had mine for about 25

  • @strangeroamer3219

    @strangeroamer3219

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@oscarrivera3692 It's some brand that probably isn't even made anymore. It says craftmaster.

  • @Harloha

    @Harloha

    2 жыл бұрын

    If it's that old, there's most likely a lot of sediment build up at the bottom of the tank, which means that water heater is costing you a lot more money to heat your water.

  • @androidphone6972

    @androidphone6972

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Harloha oh I never thought the tank was causing my high energy bills. Cheezus

  • @paulyac
    @paulyac2 жыл бұрын

    We just had a new water heater installed about 2 weeks ago. We recently noticed a slight whistling noise we thought was coming from outside but further investigation and we realized it’s coming from the boiler. Is this concerning or common?

  • @RQ_play

    @RQ_play

    Жыл бұрын

    Same issue here, it happens usually after using a lot of hot water while the water heater is running. Did you find an answer?

  • @ingridramirez4436

    @ingridramirez4436

    Жыл бұрын

    How do you fixed it. I have a 10 month water heater and is making a whistling noise after I use water .

  • @keithfeller8957
    @keithfeller89572 жыл бұрын

    My gas water heater will rumble and pop when cold or hot water is drawn. I have found no sediment when flushing it. The cold water aspect is confounding to me.

  • @jasonb2845

    @jasonb2845

    6 ай бұрын

    Mine does the same when I run a faucet and when I shut off a faucet. Why? I've taken out the drain valve and see no sediment.

  • @jacobpugh9531
    @jacobpugh9531 Жыл бұрын

    What's going on if your electric water heater makes a noise like a long exposure camera?

  • @fishingmaster99
    @fishingmaster99 Жыл бұрын

    We just bought a house and have propane heat our water so when we turn the hot water on it kicks on pretty loud vibrating humming is this normal?

  • @jameskeough4620
    @jameskeough4620 Жыл бұрын

    Nice vid, but can't find any that address our "roaring" issue with gas fired tank.

  • @ULTRASMOKE
    @ULTRASMOKE2 жыл бұрын

    Howdy, from a fellow Plumber in Dayton Ohio. I used to carry a 3/4 threaded ball valve with brass nipples on each end on my truck. For "LIMEDOGS" that's what I called them. When there was no option but to drain the water heater, it was a gamble especially the boiler drains that were plastic, but with the waterlines still connected I would remove that boiler drain and screw in the threaded valve, shut the valve, disconnect the waterlnes,get a long screwdriver the open the valve unclog the line with the screwdriver, once it got it open then shut the valve attach a gardenhose to the nipple, run the hose out to floor drain and drain it. I put them on my own W.H. to flush out my own every year. Later Homie. And don't get Flushed!

  • @joannzappoli3667
    @joannzappoli36674 ай бұрын

    I have a rheem electric hot water heater. Maybe a year old. Sometimes it whistles. My plumber says there is nothing wrong. But it concerns me.

  • @FabricateFrog
    @FabricateFrog Жыл бұрын

    My old water heater in my apt started making a light constant popping and thumping sound. Landlord replaced it with a new one and now this ones doing the exact same thing a week later. What do i do its a brand new water heater? Keeps me up at night.

  • @williampearson5649
    @williampearson56495 ай бұрын

    I have a question for you how do you know if a electric hot water is to be replaced mine is 21 years old will be 22 years old this August 17 2024

  • @RogerWakefield

    @RogerWakefield

    5 ай бұрын

    They are normally rated for 6-100 years…. I would replace it sooner than later.

  • @cassiequam5889
    @cassiequam5889 Жыл бұрын

    No hissing sound from water heater only when hot water is running in kitchen sink faucet. What is causing this?

  • @garymaddux2000
    @garymaddux2000 Жыл бұрын

    This is a great video. But it didn't quite help me out in my case. I just installed a new pressure relief valve, and now it sounds like a tea kettle on the stove after a few hours. I'll go and open the relief valve manually and drain some water out (less than a gallon) and it stops for a bit. The old one was just pouring water (hence the massive water leak we had) so that's why I replaced it in the first place. I thought it was due to build up inside the valve causing corrosion but now I'm not sure. I've been told it could be an issue of the water pressure being to high, but I can't find any info to back that theory up. Any suggestions?

  • @joshm3342

    @joshm3342

    9 ай бұрын

    Put a pressure gage on the outlet to test the pressure.

  • @sangurdon
    @sangurdon3 ай бұрын

    Geospring electric hybrid. Beeping with codes F2 and F16. Anyone knows what thee codes mean?

  • @danelzaeteuati4704
    @danelzaeteuati4704 Жыл бұрын

    I have a new sound that I would love for you to help us with please. Our hot water cylinder has been making a washing machine noise. the kind of sound when the washing machine is full of water and the clothes are being mixed around. What do you think please?

  • @victorb145
    @victorb1452 жыл бұрын

    Is your hot water heater making noise? Stay far enough away from it that you can't hear it! Lol Nice tips I just hope I never have to own another hot water heater, at least not a big one.

  • @BotEndron
    @BotEndron7 ай бұрын

    What if it makes that grumbling noise (vibrates) only when hot water tap is opened fast? Only when opened fast, never used to happen before and I have no idea, quick google search told me it's either pressure difference or something, trapped air or cracked pipe.. I would have known if its cracked pipe, could it just be a pressure thing? Does anyone know? I know Roger probably won't see this comment ;x

  • @thearguenaut3187
    @thearguenaut31872 жыл бұрын

    what happens if your hot water heater is making a knocking noise.

  • @justtime6736

    @justtime6736

    2 жыл бұрын

    'Knocking' as in similar to an engine knock? Sorry just trying to be precise with language terms... as I am usually going 'on site' to see the issue... as remotely you don't get the whole picture. Believe me I did techinical troubleshooting for satellites for years, you never take the customer's word.

  • @Kdog0990
    @Kdog09902 жыл бұрын

    What’s your thoughts on a electric hybrid water heater. Looking to do a upgrade for my house and not sure if I want to go with standard electric or hybrid system

  • @deboss6620
    @deboss66202 жыл бұрын

    Do you have to be gas certified to do anything on your gas water heater. What can we do and what shouldn't we do.

  • @johnhaller5851

    @johnhaller5851

    2 жыл бұрын

    You may need a permit, more areas require permits than they used too. For a leaking water heater, you can get the permit after the install as an emergency. The directions that come with the water heater generally tell you how to install it. Some jurisdictions require hard piping, some require flexible piping, hard piping needs more experience. Also, the water heater is not supposed to be transported laying on its side, so you really need a truck (which can be rented at the store, or you can get delivery) to bring it home. There are also instructions on the flex pipe, which should never be reused. Pick up the gas leak detection liquid, soap can cause corrosion. You also need pipe dope and/or gas Teflon tape for joints.

  • @Prosecute-fauci
    @Prosecute-fauci6 ай бұрын

    My Bradford white 40 gal natural gas water heater was 26 years old when I decided to replace it. One of the reasons I decided to do so was because it was making terrible noises and I figured that they translated to “if you don’t change me soon I’m about to destroy this garage”.

  • @joshm3342
    @joshm33429 ай бұрын

    What kind of flue would allow rain water to go down into the heater?

  • @DigitalIP
    @DigitalIP11 ай бұрын

    What if the sediment looks like shale rock or something like that?

  • @SRTVPR
    @SRTVPR Жыл бұрын

    What does it mean when my new electric water heater is making a bubbling noise? My apartment maintenance literally just put it in today.

  • @parisjoy7875
    @parisjoy78752 жыл бұрын

    I’m nervous because am hearing a swooshing sound. Like washing machine/ocean waves really loud through the walls from where storage room is and water heater is. Afraid will explode

  • @juliozuniga76
    @juliozuniga762 жыл бұрын

    Hey Roger, I have an issue with a water heater, I have a video, how can I make you get it to see if you can help me to solve this mystery??

  • @BananaMike780
    @BananaMike780 Жыл бұрын

    mine was making a loud ringing noise, not a whistle but a sound like a tuning fork would make. I cannot find an explanation anywhere.

  • @dwask7398
    @dwask73982 жыл бұрын

    Hi Roger. I have a question. I have a two year old State Pro Line Commercial grade gas water heater that has been flushed each year. Sometimes but not all the time, while the washing machine goes into a rinse cycle there is a loud knocking sound from the water heater when cold water flows into it. Its not the normal sounds explained in your video. Thanks.

  • @BooksForever

    @BooksForever

    Жыл бұрын

    Sounds like a classic water-hammer effect. That is common with the quick-acting water valves in a washing machine. You can look into installing a water hammer dampener to the supply lines of your washer.

  • @allisonhancockpresley6247
    @allisonhancockpresley624711 ай бұрын

    I thought cold expanded...like why soda explodes in the freezer and why you put a bag of water in too tight shoes before you putting it in the freezer?

  • @tonyharlin1997
    @tonyharlin1997 Жыл бұрын

    I put in a new water heater and now when I’m taking a shower and the wife turns on the sink I get a banging sound in the pipes…. But if I just have one thing going …. It never happens …. And it didn’t happen before I put in the new water heater …. Thanks if you can help

  • @badlama1878
    @badlama18789 ай бұрын

    It sounds like someone is turning on and off a sink over and over, anyone know what this could be?

  • @phillipsanchez468
    @phillipsanchez4684 ай бұрын

    Thank you

  • @RogerWakefield

    @RogerWakefield

    4 ай бұрын

    You're welcome

  • @bob-pr8ye
    @bob-pr8ye Жыл бұрын

    Very good! I did run an hour and a half of 🔥 she sat a while It did hiss . Like a snake. Little concerned.

  • @gabbi510
    @gabbi510Ай бұрын

    What about about a humming sound when the hot water turns on? And it continues while using it?

  • @RogerWakefield

    @RogerWakefield

    Ай бұрын

    Is it a gas or electric?

  • @gabbi510

    @gabbi510

    Ай бұрын

    It’s gas

  • @djp1234
    @djp1234 Жыл бұрын

    This guy looks exactly like a water heater expert.

  • @RogerWakefield

    @RogerWakefield

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you? 🤣

  • @manders78
    @manders78 Жыл бұрын

    I have a Bradford white direct vent from the bottom from underneath my house into the water tank and when it’s running, you can hear the burners burning properly. You can open the door and look inside and it looks consistently burning but I have a whooshing sound coming from the tank it’s woosh stop , woosh stop, woosh stop, the whole time it’s burning, what is that?

  • @GaryJr530
    @GaryJr5302 жыл бұрын

    is that the same drip I hear from my Window air conditioner

  • @williams1966
    @williams1966 Жыл бұрын

    My electric water heater makes a hissing noise at the top of it. But not all the time do I need to be concerned???

  • @kctyphoon
    @kctyphoon5 ай бұрын

    My new water heater has made these noises since it was installed.

  • @janeskey5042
    @janeskey504226 күн бұрын

    What about a “white noise” sound ? It almost sounds like rain sounds

  • @jacecmiller
    @jacecmiller Жыл бұрын

    A couple years…we have never flushed it and it’s 16 years old. I got to watch how to flush my water heater now 😅

  • @CharlesBroddi
    @CharlesBroddi Жыл бұрын

    My water heater is making a light farting noise it’s quiet but noticeable across the room. It sound all the time it’s running up until a few a minutes after it’s shutoff

  • @dammetriomcclendon
    @dammetriomcclendon Жыл бұрын

    So the days of being scared are over sense he explains it

  • @AlexErides
    @AlexErides4 ай бұрын

    Thanks hulk hogan!

  • @user-iw3rz6zq9l
    @user-iw3rz6zq9l Жыл бұрын

    Heard a boom sound taking shower now no hot water in my trailer why

  • @RogerWakefield

    @RogerWakefield

    Жыл бұрын

    Hard to tell from this information alone...a boom sound does not sound good though...

  • @rosepetals8181
    @rosepetals8181 Жыл бұрын

    Can you explain dangerous scenarios,to be concerned ABOUT 😏👍

  • @Ultraxfinance
    @Ultraxfinance Жыл бұрын

    What about when the hot water doesn’t come out in the tub and hear loud loud banging until tap is turned off…

  • @Rhonda858
    @Rhonda85811 ай бұрын

    What does it mean when my gas water heater sounds like there is air escaping from it but it doesn't smell like gas....Edit: I am guessing it is from the rain on the fluke that it's burning off the condensation...

  • @JWalton314
    @JWalton3147 ай бұрын

    I have a new gas water heater and every time it rains I hear a loud rumbling while the water is heating up

  • @Floridanative22
    @Floridanative22Ай бұрын

    So I came home yesterday and my gas was off. CWLP, city water light power, in Sangamon county Illinois changed my gas meter outside. CWLP said it was mandatory. I’m sure it is. It’s above my pay grade to argue with them. My argument was, My Wife who works from home Could have talked to them if they would’ve simply knocked on my door and put forth a little Communication. Anyhow, they changed the meter they put a lock on the meter to where it cannot be turned back on, or I could not turn it back on myself, and left a note on my door. The note saying what they did. so after My Wife called, got it turned back on everything’s finally back to normal, sorta!That little bit of drama did not need to be installed into this comment lol but even though it’s a new day I’m still salty, maybe that makes me the jerk ha ha. So I fired up my water heater pilot light. And while I am laying there on the floor because of the awkward position my water heater was installed next to my boiler. I’m listening to it run and I start hearing sizzling drops. It sounds like someone dripping water into a hot pan. What do you think that is? Personally, I think it’s condensation like you spoke about. But, my wife, remember her? She’s the paranoid one who demanded I get online and find out what it is because my explanation after 30 years of marriage is not good enough, so that’s my question. What is the sizzling water drop noise after relight my gas water heater?

  • @Floridanative22

    @Floridanative22

    Ай бұрын

    Wow, there was a whole Lotta unnecessary words in that comment/question..

  • @rosepetals8181
    @rosepetals8181 Жыл бұрын

    🤔ARE APARTMENT COMPLEXES REQUIRED TO DO THIS EVERY YEAR???

  • @sybiomorph
    @sybiomorph11 ай бұрын

    Sneeze sound not mentioned. "Katshu"

  • @kaylamcclaren5841
    @kaylamcclaren58413 ай бұрын

    Every time I am in the shower and I push the button to make the water go to the bathtub and my water heater goes rumbling

  • @HarmlessPanda
    @HarmlessPanda9 ай бұрын

    To be honest × 1000

  • @RogerWakefield

    @RogerWakefield

    9 ай бұрын

    HA! Just being honest

  • @georgerrust4087
    @georgerrust408711 ай бұрын

    Roger the Ripp-Off and his plumbings tricks & gimmicks. Forget this guy.

  • @b.powell3480
    @b.powell34802 жыл бұрын

    It's been making the sounds for years !, but if I mess with it, it will start leaking!!!, still have hot water

  • @ansel.96
    @ansel.9611 ай бұрын

    Couldn't hear the sounds because you talked over them, unfortunately.

  • @gwentexas
    @gwentexas Жыл бұрын

    I have a new electric heater really annoying

  • @gwentexas
    @gwentexas Жыл бұрын

    I,have a new electric heater help

  • @valveneul3958
    @valveneul3958 Жыл бұрын

    House is 100 years old no joke, new home owner, never know

  • @felixx2381
    @felixx23818 ай бұрын

    My boiler sounds like the alarm system from the nuclear power plant