There are several reasons a water heater leaks. Even if a leak is small, the damage can be great if left unattended.  Floors, carpets, walls and more can sustain water damage.

Call Service Master of San Jose to do the cleanup a leaky water heater leaves behind. We’ve been helping property owners in the Santa Clara County area with water damage restoration for 22 years.  Call us at 480-885-0280 and our friendly operators will assist you.  They’re available 24 hours a day.

Sometimes what appears to be a leak beneath your water heater is simply condensation. This occurs when cold water fills the tank, or during cool parts of the year. Condensation usually disappears when the water warms up.

But if the water does not disappear, you have a leaking water heater. It may be caused by several things:

1. Faulty plumbing connection to the tank from above or nearby.
2. Corroded water tank. Sediment in a tank often causes corrosion.
3. Temperature and pressure valve may be defective, or malfunctioning because of overheating or excessive pressure. It may also simply be stuck. 

Unless you are very handy around the house, it’s best to contact a plumber to deal with a leaking water heater.

Service Master of San Jose’s water damage experts work with your plumber, and will provide all the help you need with the cleanup. The problems caused by a slow leak in the water heater can be extensive. Wet floors and subfloors can decay. Water soaked carpets can become mildewed and moldy. Walls can have water damage.

Service Master offers full-service restoration for homes and businesses in the cities of Campbell, Cupertino, Gilroy, Los Gatos, Milpitas, Morgan Hill, Mountain View, San Jose, and Saratoga. Call us seven days a week at 408-885-0280.