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Water heaters in Arkansas
Arkansas summers are hot and humid, which corrodes water heaters and connections in garages and crawl spaces. A heater in a crawl space can leak for a long time before anyone notices.
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Statewide conditions
Water heaters in Arkansas: what to know
Homes on private wells may have sediment or hardness that shortens tank life, so flushing matters. Ice storms that knock out power also leave electric heaters cold and can freeze nearby lines.
Water heater replacements generally need a permit and a licensed plumber under the state plumbing code. Replacement is a good time to add a drain pan, an expansion tank and new shutoff valves.
- Climate
- Arkansas gets periodic hard freezes and ice storms, often after mild spells, which catch exposed pipes off guard. Pipes in crawl spaces, exterior walls and garages are the first to freeze.
- Typical foundations
- Crawl-space and slab foundations are common, and many rural homes use wells and septic systems. Most common: crawl spaces.
Water heaters services
Water heater repair
If a gas water heater has no hot water, the pilot, thermocouple or gas valve is the usual cause; on an electric heater it's usually an element or thermostat. Those parts are repairable. A tank that leaks from the bottom can't be repaired and needs to be replaced.
Water heater replacement
A leaking tank or a heater past about 10 years old is usually replaced rather than repaired. A proper install includes a permit, correct venting (adjusted for altitude where needed), an expansion tank where required, a drip leg on the gas line and a relief valve discharge pipe.
Tankless water heaters
A tankless water heater heats water as it flows, so it doesn't run out, but it needs a larger gas line, its own venting and a unit rated for your elevation. Installed correctly and descaled regularly, it can outlast a tank heater.
Water heaters by city in Arkansas
Local pages cover each city's water provider, permit office and housing. Not listed? Check your ZIP code below.
Water heaters questions in Arkansas
Do I need a permit to replace a water heater in Arkansas?
How long does a water heater replacement take?
How these problems start and how to choose between repair options is covered in the water heaters guide.
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