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24
hour Water Heater repair and Replacement in Pinellas County Florida
In
an emergency situation we offer 24 hour emergency water heater plumbing
repair and service, and can be out within about an hour. Our service
area is Pinellas County, Florida, serving customers in Clearwater, Largo,
Pinellas Park, St Pete, Dunedin, Palm Harbor and the beaches.
If
your water heater tank is leaking from a fitting, it probably can be
fixed. But, if it is leaking from the actual tank, such as a rust spot
or seam, it may be time to find a new water heater.
Lightning
Plumbing, provides professional water heater service for simple repairs,
to complete water heater installations.
It's easy to forget about your water heater. It sits up in your attic
or in your garage silently and reliably putting out hot water. It's
easy to forget about it until something goes wrong. Water heaters are
not as maintenance free as some people would like to believe. And if
you have a problem, you may need to contact us.
To
make your water heater more efficient and save a little money on your
electric bill, buy a water heater jacket to place around your tank.
It will slow down heat loss through the tank. While you are at it, insulate
any exposed hot water pipes. Before doing any of this insulation, check
with the manufacturer of your heater to see if they approve of it. If
you are unable to perform this work yourself, call us and we will be
happy to handle the job.
By
putting these simple steps into effect, you can greatly extend the life
of your water heater and improve its efficiency. By not forgetting about
your water heater, you can save yourself hundreds of dollars and a lot
of aggravation.
Tankless
Water Heaters
Tankless Water Heaters are designed to heat water as you need it, which
means that everyone in your family will be able to use hot water anytime
on demand. How is this possible? Well, whenever somebody turns on the
hot water faucet, the tankless water heater springs into action. Cold
water flows into the heater and is instantly heated by copper and brass
water ways known as exchangers. The result is endless hot water in a
matter of seconds! The hot water temperature is set by you and will
always remain the same, which should eliminate any incidences of burns
or scalding water. When the members of your family are finished using
the hot water, the tankless water heater will shut down until it is
needed again. As you can see, this system is far more efficient than
standard storage tank water heaters.
Tankless
water heaters also last longer than storage tank water heaters. Aside
from being more space effective (most units are a quarter of the size
of conventional heaters), tankless water heaters also provide unobstructed
heat transfer. Why is this? Because water is not actually stored in
a tankless heater, mineral build-up does not occur. This enables a tankless
water heater to perform at the highest level for upwards of 20 years
or more.
How
to select a water heater
1.
Know the necessary fuel type – electric, natural gas, or propane
(LP) gas.
2. Determine the gallon size you will need. Lightning Plumbing can
help.
3. Measure the maximum height and width space for your new water heater.
Remember to also check your access door space for clearance.
4. Choose a warranty model that’s right for you.
How
to select a tankless water heater
Tankless
water heaters last more than 20 years, while an electric or gas water
heater has a life expectancy of about 10 years. (Source: National
Builder News, March 12, 2007)
Safety
Tips for a leaking water heater
If
the leak is major:
1. Shut off fuel or electric supply to water heater
2. Shut off cold water supply to the water heater
3. Open all hot water faucets in your home
4. Attach hose to drain valve at the bottom of water heater and drain
unit of all water
5. Call Lightning Plumbing
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Smith Water Heaters
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A.O.
Smith Electric Water Heaters
Advanced
electronic control with large LCD display
Industrial-grade, bolt on, immersion Incoloy sheathed heating
elements are designed for rugged, long-lasting commercial service
Ten tank sizes available from 5 gallons to 120 gallons, plus
various voltages and kilowatts to meet any specifications you
may require
HEAVY DUTY COMMERCIAL ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS FEATURES
ADVANCED ELECTRONIC CONTROL
A.
O. Smith’s new proprietary electronic water heater control,
provides precise + or – 1°F temperature control, that
is ideal for industrial and food service applications where exact
temperatures of hot water are needed.
Plain English Text – Animated icons display
detailed operational and diagnostic information. Fault or Alert
messages appear if an operational issue occurs.
Element Sensing – Each element is constantly
monitored and current on/off state is displayed, any element failure
is reported and it’s exact location is shown, eliminates
any need for field testing of elements.
Low Water Cut Off – Factory standard on
board low water cutoff uses a remote electronic immersion type
probe to prevent energizing of the elements in the event of low
water condition and eliminates accidental dry firing.
Sequencing – Units with multiple element
contactors are sequenced on with one-second delay between stages.
Prevents high amp electrical loads from hitting the electric system
all at once and provides a smoother operating unit. Adjustable
modulating mode is optional see options.
Economy Mode Operation – Control system
automatically lowers the operating set point by a programmed value
during user defined time periods. Seven-day clock may be programmed
for night set back and or weekend shutdown to reduce operating
cost and save energy.
POWERED ANODE - The DSE models use a unique combination
of a conventional magnesium anode and a European style power anode.
The powered anode is self-adjusting to water conditions, does
not require maintenance or inspection, and provides longer-lasting
tank protection in hard to reach areas. This multi-anode system
provides superior anodic protection to hidden surfaces of the
tank not protected in convention commercial electric water heaters.
INCOLOY IMMERSION HEATERS – Heavy-duty
medium watt density elements have incoloy sheathing and prewired
leads: provides excellent protection against oxidation and scaling.
Input ranges from 3KW to 90KW available (see accompanying chart).
HEAVY FOAM INSULATED – All models meet
or exceed the thermal efficiency and/or standby loss requirements
of the U. S. Department of Energy and current edition ASHRAE/IESNA
90.1.
GLASS-LINED TANK – A. O. Smith’s
PermaGlass® coating provides truly superior protection against
corrosion and is permanently bonded to all inner tank surfaces
at 1600°F.
ASME TANK CONSTRUCTION – 125 psi working
pressure (65 thru 120 gallons), 150 psi working pressure (5 thru
50 gallons).
THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY – For complete
warranty information consult written warranty or contact A. O.
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Ruud Water Heaters
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Ruud
Water Heaters
Features:
Brass drain valve
Stainless steel lower heating element
EverKleen™ self cleaning device
Premium grade anode rod
Temperature and pressure relief valve included
Exclusive Rheemglas® tank lining resists corrosion and prolongs
tank life
Isolated tank design reduces conductive heat loss
Electric junction box located above heating elements for easy
installation
Over-temperature protector cuts off power in excess temperature
situations
Automatic thermostat keeps water at desired temperature
Compliant with many electric utility incentive programs
Available
Capacities:
30, 40, 50, 65, and 80 gallon models
Available Warranties:
8-year limited tank, 6-year parts warranty. With ProtectionPlus
the 8-year limited tank warranty becomes 12 years!
Wide
Range of Water Heating Solutions
For over 100 years, installers have looked to Ruud to deliver
reliable water heaters with cutting-edge features. Ruud has maintained
its reputation with high-performance, cost-effective water heating
solutions. Ruud product offerings include tank-type water heaters,
tankless, solar systems, replacement parts and accessories for
all product categories – making Ruud a one-stop, full-service
solutions provider.
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