Water Heater Inspection Checklist
STEP 1: Print this checklist.
Start by looking at your
water heater to check
these risk factors.
STEP 2: Check the box next
to all true statements in all
risk categories.
STEP 3: Call Barnett
Plumbing with your
questions or to schedule
your FREE Water Heater
Inspection. No pressure. No
obligation. I will not sell you
a water heater you don’t need
or want.
(925) 438-6326
barnettplumbing.com
Questions for Barnett:
8 SIGNS
YOUR WATER HEATER
COULD BE AT RISK
YOUR WATER HEATER
COULD BE AT RISK
HIGH RISK
- Water is leaking from my hot water tank
Rings or discoloration on the floor can be signs of a leak. - There’s corrosion on the fittings or pipes going
into or out of my tank
Corrosion can make the pipe or fittings look green, white, or rust
colored. It has a thick, chalky texture. - My water heater is 6 years old or older
Look for the manufacture date printed on a sticker on the tank.
MEDIUM RISK
- I run out of hot water quickly
Can you take a nice, long, hot shower? - Discolored water comes out of my faucets
Is your hot water as clear as your cold water? - I have less hot water pressure
Run just cold water and then just hot water out of a faucet.
Does the hot water seem to have less pressure? - My water heater makes unusual noises
Popping, hammering, screeching, or sizzling can be a problem.
An occasional ticking noise is normal
LOW RISK
- My water heater temperature dial is set higher
than “medium”
A water heater set to “high” is inefficient. It’s not risky, it’s just expensive
Maintenance You Should Be Doing on Your Hot Water Heater
Flush the tank every year
8 SIGNS
YOUR WATER HEATER
COULD BE AT RISK
HIGH RISK
- Water is leaking from my hot water tank
Rings or discoloration on the floor can be signs of a leak. - There’s corrosion on the fittings or pipes going
into or out of my tank
Corrosion can make the pipe or fittings look green, white, or rust
colored. It has a thick, chalky texture. - My water heater is 6 years old or older
Look for the manufacture date printed on a sticker on the tank.
MEDIUM RISK
- I run out of hot water quickly
Can you take a nice, long, hot shower? - Discolored water comes out of my faucets
Is your hot water as clear as your cold water? - I have less hot water pressure
Run just cold water and then just hot water out of a faucet.
Does the hot water seem to have less pressure? - My water heater makes unusual noises
Popping, hammering, screeching, or sizzling can be a problem.
An occasional ticking noise is normal
LOW RISK
- My water heater temperature dial is set higher
than “medium”
A water heater set to “high” is inefficient. It’s not risky, it’s just expensive
Maintenance You Should Be Doing on Your Hot Water Heater
Flush the tank every year
STEP 1: Print this checklist.
Start by looking at your
water heater to check
these risk factors.
STEP 2: Check the box next
to all true statements in all
risk categories.
STEP 3: Call Barnett
Plumbing with your
questions or to schedule
your FREE Water Heater
Inspection. No pressure. No
obligation. I will not sell you
a water heater you don’t need
or want.
(925) 438-6326
barnettplumbing.com
Questions for Barnett:
