Sump Pumps
Sump pump repair, replacement and battery backups to keep your basement dry through heavy rain and snowmelt.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Water Heater Repair in Arlington Heights, IL
Cold showers, a puddle by the tank or a pilot light that won't stay on. We find what failed, tell you honestly if it's worth fixing and give you a flat price before any work. From our office on East Central Road, 24/7.
Signs Your Water Heater Needs Repair
Arlington Heights homeowners usually call us about one of these:
No Hot Water at All
On a gas heater, it's often the pilot, thermocouple or gas valve. On an electric one, an element or thermostat.
Hot Water Runs Out Fast
Sediment on the bottom of the tank takes up space, or one heating element has quit.
Water on the Floor
A drip from a fitting or the relief valve is a repair. Water from the tank itself means replacement.
Rumbling, Popping or a Rotten Egg Smell
Popping is sediment. A sulfur smell usually points to the anode rod reacting with the water.
Water Heater Problems in Arlington Heights Homes
About 4 in 10 Arlington Heights homes were built in the 1970s and 1980s. Most are on their second or third water heater, and the setup around it is often as old as the house.
Venting in Older Basements
Many gas water heaters here still vent into an old masonry chimney. When the furnace gets upgraded and vents out the side wall, the water heater can be left venting alone into a chimney that's too big for it. We check the draft on every gas heater we touch.
Basement Utility Rooms Next to Finished Space
Postwar and 1970s basements often have the heater in a corner next to a finished room. A slow leak can soak carpet and drywall before anyone notices. A drain pan and a leak sensor help.
Original Gas Valves and Shutoffs
The gas shutoff and water valves next to an old heater may not have been turned in decades. We check them before any repair, so you can shut the heater off when you need to.
Residential Water Heater Service
We repair every type of water heater you'll find in an Arlington Heights home: standard gas and electric tanks, power-vent units, high-efficiency condensing heaters and tankless models. Every visit starts with a diagnosis, then a recommendation.
Before you call, find the label on the side of the tank. It lists the fuel, the size in gallons and the manufacture date, usually in the serial number. That tells us a lot about whether a repair makes sense. If it's time for a new one, see water heater installation.
Water Heater Maintenance and Flushing
Even treated Lake Michigan water carries minerals that settle in the bottom of the tank. A yearly flush clears that sediment so the burner heats water instead of a layer of scale, and the heater runs quieter.
During a maintenance visit we flush the tank, test the temperature and pressure relief valve, check the anode rod and look at the burner or elements and the venting. Tankless units get descaled. If your heater has never been flushed, start with a maintenance visit.
The J. Blanton Difference773-724-9272
What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
You get a diagnosis, not a sales pitch.
1. Test the Parts First
We find the part that failed before we talk about price. If it's a repair, we say so.
2. Repair vs. Replace, Side by Side
When a heater is near the end, you see both options with prices and expected life.
3. Flat Price, Clean Basement
One price before we start, and the utility room left as clean as we found it.
Customer Stories
Water Heater Repair Reviews
4.7 stars from 5,669+ Google reviews across all J. Blanton locations.
★★★★★
"The guys did a great job. Andrew and Enrique were able to figure out the issue quickly and move me towards a reasonable solution. Kyle came out the next day and finished the work efficiently. Appreciate them a lot and will continue doing business with them in the future!"
★★★★★
"Lou was very professional and his experience shows. He took a quick look at our broken hot water heater, saw a dirty component and knew right away that replacing the part would solve the problem. Thanks Lou!"
★★★★★
"Christian came out today, even though it was passed 5 he still made the trip. Super friendly and got the water heater taken care of quick."
Got Questions?
Water Heater Questions From Arlington Heights Homeowners
Usually a worn thermocouple or a draft problem.
Usually a worn thermocouple or flame sensor that no longer tells the gas valve the pilot is lit. A draft problem in the vent can also blow it out. Both are fixable, and we check the venting while we're there.
A leaking tank means replace. A failed part on a younger heater is usually a repair.
If the tank itself is leaking, it needs replacing. If a part failed on a heater under about 8 years old, repair usually makes sense. If the repair is a big share of the cost of a new heater, we'll tell you.
Tank heaters usually last about 8 to 12 years.
Tank water heaters usually last somewhere around 8 to 12 years, depending on use and maintenance. Tankless units often last longer with regular descaling.
Usually not dangerous, but it gets worse. Shut off the cold supply and call.
A leak is rarely dangerous on its own, but it won't fix itself. Turn off the cold water valve above the tank, and for a gas heater set the control to pilot or off. If you smell gas, leave the house and call Nicor Gas or 911 from outside.
It depends on the part and the heater. You get a flat price first.
It depends on what failed, the type of heater and the parts. We diagnose it first and give you a flat-rate price before any work begins.
Annual Protection Plan
Join the No Drip Club
Most plumbing problems start small. The No Drip Club brings a J. Blanton plumber to your home for regular maintenance, so small issues get caught before they turn into big repairs.
- Two Free Professional Maintenance Visits per Year
- 10% Discount on All General Plumbing & Sewer Services
- 5-Year Parts and Labor Warranty on Approved Projects
- VIP Priority Scheduling Status (Skip the Queue)
What We Fix
Plumbing Services in Arlington Heights
Learn More
Sewer Repair
Tree roots, cracked clay pipe and repeat backups in the line from your house to the street.
Drain Cleaning
Slow, gurgling or backed-up drains in kitchens, bathrooms and basements.
Burst & Frozen Pipes
Repair for pipes that froze or burst, from basement water lines to outdoor spigots.
Catch Basins
Cleaning and repair for yard and driveway catch basins that back up and flood when it rains.
Emergency Plumbing
Burst pipes, sewer backups and no hot water, any time of day or night.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
No Hot Water? Let's Get It Back.
Our Arlington Heights office is at 1204 E. Central Road, Suite 3, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve Mount Prospect, Rolling Meadows, Palatine, Buffalo Grove, Des Plaines, Schaumburg and more.
Need a Plumber?Call our Arlington Heights Office
Call Now