Water Heater Repair in Bluffdale, UT
No hot water, or a puddle under the tank? Eruption Plumbing & Drains does water heater repair in Bluffdale, UT and nearby towns, on gas and electric tanks and tankless units. We check the unit first and tell you honestly whether a repair will do or a replacement makes more sense, with the price before any work starts.
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Water heater repair specialists in Bluffdale
Water heaters are our specialty, not a side line. If yours can be fixed, we'll fix it instead of selling you a new tank.
A water heater call usually starts with a cold shower or water on the garage floor, and the person calling wants two things: hot water back soon, and a straight answer about whether they need a new tank. That second part is where we're different. A lot of water heaters get replaced that only needed a part.
What we repair
- Gas and electric tank water heaters
- Tankless water heaters, including flushing and descaling
- Pilot, burner, thermocouple and gas valve problems
- Heating elements and thermostats
- Leaking drain valves, fittings and relief valves
- Sediment flushing and anode rod replacement
- Boiler service and snow melt systems
Signs your water heater needs repair
Most water heater problems show up as one of six symptoms, and each one points to a likely part. Pick a symptom to see where the problem usually is.
Smell gas near the water heater? Leave the house and call your gas company first, then call us.
How we handle a water heater repair
We check the unit first, tell you what we found in plain words, and give you the price before any work starts.
Our team starts with the unit, not a sales pitch. We check how the tank is heating, where any water is coming from, the venting on gas models, and the condition of the tank itself.
What happens when you call
Call or text (385) 775-3989.
Tell us what the water heater is doing. Same-day repairs are available.
We check the unit
and find the cause, not just the symptom.
You get an upfront price
for the repair, and a straight opinion on whether repair makes sense.
We repair it, test it and clean up.
You don't get a bill you weren't expecting.
Hard water is hard on water heaters
Utah's hard water shortens tank life. Minerals settle to the bottom of a tank as sediment and build up as scale inside tankless units.
Sediment is what causes that popping sound, makes the burner or element work harder, and leaves less room for hot water. A flush at the right time can head off a repair, and if your tank is already loud, ask us to look at it before it starts leaking.
What affects the cost of a water heater repair
The price depends on what's actually wrong, so we don't post prices. The estimate is free, and the price is set before we start, with no hidden fees.
Get a free estimate- Which part failed
- A thermocouple and a gas control valve are very different jobs.
- Gas or electric, tank or tankless
- Each type uses different parts and takes a different amount of time.
- Access
- A tank in an open garage is quicker than one squeezed into a closet or crawl space.
- Age and condition
- On an older tank, we'll tell you if a repair is worth the money.
- After-hours timing
- For true emergencies outside regular hours.
What customers say
4.9I always call Eruption plumbing for all my plumbing needs. Jon goes above and beyond. He's effective and punctual. I've hired him several times. He's honest and does excellent work.
Frequently asked questions
Still have a question? Call or text and you'll get a straight answer.
Call (385) 775-3989My water heater stopped making hot water suddenly. Who do I call in Bluffdale?
Call or text Eruption Plumbing & Drains at (385) 775-3989. We're a family-owned plumber based in Bluffdale, and we answer emergencies 24/7. A member of Jon's team will check the unit, find the cause and give you an upfront price before any work starts.
Should I repair or replace my water heater?
It depends on what failed and the shape of the tank. If a part like a thermocouple, element, thermostat or valve is the problem, a repair usually makes sense. If the tank itself is leaking or rusting through, replacement is the safer choice, and we'll show you why before you decide.
Why is my water heater leaking?
Water around a water heater can come from a loose fitting, the drain valve, the temperature-and-pressure relief valve, or the tank itself. The first three can usually be repaired. A leak from the tank body usually means the tank has rusted through and needs replacing, so turn off the water supply to the heater and call us.
Why is my water heater making a popping or rumbling noise?
That noise is usually hard-water sediment on the bottom of the tank. Water trapped under the sediment boils and pops as the burner or element heats it. Flushing can help if it's caught early, and a loud, older tank is worth having checked before it starts to leak.
Can you fix my water heater the same day?
Yes. Same-day water heater repairs are available, and many common parts can be replaced on the first visit. If you have no hot water after hours, call or text (385) 775-3989. Emergencies are answered 24/7.
Do you repair gas and electric water heaters?
Yes. We repair gas and electric tank water heaters as well as tankless units. We also service boilers and snow melt systems.
No hot water? Call Jon.
(385) 775-3989Call or text. Free estimates, upfront pricing, and an honest answer on repair versus replacement.
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