If you asked the average homeowner what the most dangerous part of their home is you would probably get dozens of different answers. Some may say the electrical unit, because of the chance of fire; ditto for the fireplace. Some may talk about issues that could occur with the roof, or pipes that can burst in the walls or in the basement. While these are all very good answers, and items that should definitely get the attention of homeowners, the prize for the most dangerous item in your home is the water heater. The water heater is the one item in your home that you need a professional to take care of no questions asked. A professional Plumber Jacksonville FL that you pick should have expertise in the field, meaning that they know exactly what they are doing with hot water heater that is in your home.
So why is the hot water heater the most dangerous item in your home? If you really think about it, it is the one item that is both a fire hazard, and a flooding hazard. If you have a gas water heater, you are dealing with an active (lit!) gas line that needs to be handled with absolute care when repairs are being made. Even if you are dealing with an electric option you are still dealing with a unit that can catch fire if handled improperly. In addition to the heating element of the hot water heater, you are also dealing with a tank full of water, as well as water lines, which can cause a major flood in your home. All it takes is a small leak to have dozens of gallons of water make their way into your home, through your carpeting or your walls.
Even if you have a working knowledge of a water heater, it is still a big risk to try taking care of it on your own. A small problem does not mean a small fix, it means treating the water heater with a knowledge of what exactly needs to be done to take care of it. Even if you don’t want to spend the money, you are always better off simply spending the couple hundred dollars to make sure that your water heater is properly taken care of by an experienced Plumber and that absolutely no chances are taken in getting it fixed.
