Cold showers, a rumbling tank, a pilot light that won't stay lit, or a tankless unit throwing an error code — a failing water heater rarely fixes itself, and most failures give warning signs first. Our Des Moines technicians diagnose both tank and tankless systems on the first visit.
Whatever brand or configuration you have, our Des Moines, WA team has likely serviced it before.
A total loss of hot water gets priority routing since it affects daily life immediately.
We quote the visit and the probable repair range upfront, then confirm the exact price after diagnosis.
We won't recommend a costly repair on a unit that's already past its expected service life — you'll get an honest comparison.
These are the water heater problems we diagnose most often across Des Moines, WA.
We service both gas and electric tank systems, replacing the specific failed component rather than the whole unit when possible.
Tankless systems need descaling and flow sensor cleaning periodically — we service both the repair and that maintenance.
We test the thermocouple and gas valve together, since a weak pilot can point to either component.
Sediment buildup at the tank bottom reduces efficiency and causes rumbling; a flush and inspection often restores performance.
We isolate the source of a water heater leak first, since it's not always the tank itself failing.
A total loss of hot water gets same-day priority dispatch, especially in colder months.
Tell dispatch the brand, fuel type, and symptoms if you know them — it helps route a technician with the right parts.
Trucks stocked for Des Moines, WA's most common brands mean fewer follow-up visits for parts.
The unit is diagnosed, and you'll get a clear repair price — or an honest replacement recommendation if the unit's beyond economical repair.
Once hot water is restored and tested, you get a warranty on both the part and the labor.
"Tankless unit was throwing error codes and they diagnosed it as a scale issue, not a full replacement like I feared." — Homeowner, Des Moines
"Anode rod replacement as part of a routine flush — didn't even know that was a thing until they explained it." — Des Moines resident
"Same-day service for no hot water with two kids in the house. Genuinely appreciated the fast dispatch." — Des Moines customer
We serve Des Moines proper and nearby Des Moines, WA communities on both tank and tankless systems.
As a general guide, a unit past 10-12 years with a major component failure often makes more sense to replace.
Yes, our Des Moines technicians are trained and equipped for both fuel types.
That's usually sediment buildup at the bottom of the tank being heated and disturbed — a flush often resolves it.
Straightforward repairs are usually same-visit; a full tank replacement takes longer and is scheduled separately.
Yes, our Des Moines, WA team is trained on tankless diagnostics, descaling, and flow sensor service across major brands.
Not always — sometimes it's a fitting or the T&P valve, not the tank itself, and those are repairable.
Same-day service available across Des Moines, WA.
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