Gunny's Plumbing Warns of Noisy Water Heaters This Halloween

Halloween is the season for spooky noises in the dark, but Gunny's Plumbing of Trinity is reminding Randolph County homeowners that one of the scariest sounds in a house has nothing to do with ghosts. It's the popping, banging, or rumbling coming from the water heater in the garage, closet, or basement. The family-owned plumbing company is using the holiday to remind homeowners in Trinity, Archdale, Randleman, and Asheboro that a noisy water heater is usually trying to tell them something.

Most of those sounds come from sediment. Minerals in the water settle at the bottom of the tank over time and harden into a layer that traps water underneath. When the burner or heating element kicks on, that trapped water boils and pops. The buildup tends to be worse in homes on private wells, which are common across Randolph County. Over time, it makes the heater work harder, raises energy bills, and wears out the tank early.

Other warning signs to watch for include rusty or cloudy hot water, a metallic taste or smell, moisture or rust around the base of the tank, and hot water that runs out faster than it used to. Most tank water heaters last about 8 to 12 years. Homeowners can find the age of theirs on the manufacturer's label, usually printed on the side of the tank. Gunny's Plumbing recommends flushing the tank about once a year to slow sediment buildup. Homes with hard or well water may also benefit from a filtration or softening system that keeps minerals out of the tank in the first place.

Gunny's Plumbing serves homeowners and businesses throughout Trinity, Archdale, Randleman, Asheboro, and the surrounding Randolph County area. To schedule a water heater inspection, call (336) 242-3136 or book online at gunnysplumbing.com.