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Trouble Shooting

Fast Plumbing Answers: Water Heater Takes Too Long to Heat

If your water heater takes too long to heat, it's due to the distance from heater to tap, or sediment buildup in the tank. Learn how to solve both issues fast.

Guides

Tankless Water Heaters DFW: The Ultimate Decision Guide

Your one-stop guide for tankless water heater installation in DFW. Our experts make every decision simple to understand, from brand to fuel to maintenance.

Trouble Shooting

Fast Plumbing Answers: Water Heater Turning On and Off?

Water heater keeps turning on and off? It's usually a thermostat set too high, causing rapid cycling. Learn the simple fix from Mother's Master Plumber.

Trouble Shooting

Fast Plumbing Answers: Water Heater Is Not Getting Hot

Water heater not getting hot? A tripped breaker or thermostat issue are easy DIY fixes, while scale buildup requires a plumber. Get fast advice from Mother!

Trouble Shooting

Fast Plumbing Answers: Water Heater Making Noise?

Water heater making noise? Popping sounds mean sediment buildup, knocking indicates water hammer, and humming points to loose heating elements. Get fast fixes!

Trouble Shooting

Fast Plumbing Answers: Why Does My Hot Water Run Out So Fast?

Why does my hot water run out so fast? Discover the top causes—sediment, broken dip tube, or undersized tank—and learn the single best solution for each issue.

Trouble Shooting

Fast Plumbing Answers: Why Is My Water Heater Leaking?

Most water heater leaks are due to tank corrosion, or located at your T&P valve or drain valve. Learn when to replace vs. repair from Mother's plumbers.

Product Reviews

Navien NPE-240A2 Tankless: Master Plumbers Review

We rate Navien NPE-240A2 #2 among ultra high-efficiency tankless water heaters. It's great for large homes, but scale buildup and customer service are concerns.

Trouble Shooting

Fast Plumbing Answers: Tankless Tripping Your Breaker?

Tankless water heater keeps tripping your breaker? Learn 3 top causes, including an undersized circuit- plus when to call a plumber or call an electrician.

Installation
Guides

True Cost to Install a Tankless Water Heater in Dallas

Your all-in cost to install a tankless water heater in Dallas is between $6,000-$12,000. Be sure to factor in upsizing your gas line, electric and venting.

Trouble Shooting

Fast Plumbing Answers: Why Is My Tankless Leaking?

Why is my tankless leaking? Most leaks are caused by scale buildup, high water pressure, or a faulty PRV. Discover fast fixes from Mother’s expert plumbers!

Maintenance

Your Easy Tankless Water Heater Maintenance Checklist

Get the easiest 7-step checklist for your tankless water heater maintenance plan. Learn what to DIY, when to call a plumber, and why descaling is the key.

Maintenance

Fast Plumbing Answers: Descaling Rinnai Tankless Water Heater

Descale your Rinnai tankless water heater to protect vital internal components. DIY descaling can void your Rinnai warranty- avoid risks and hire a plumber.

Trouble Shooting

Tankless Water Heater Error Codes: Top 10 Cheat Sheet

Most tankless water heater error codes are caused by ignition, flame or vent issues. See the 10 most common error codes from Rinnai, Navien, Rheem and AO Smith.

Trouble Shooting
Maintenance

Fast Plumbing Answers: Should You Insulate Your Tankless?

You don't need to insulate your tankless water heater unless it's outside- but insulating the pipes is essential. Plus, learn how to winterize your tankless.

Trouble Shooting

Fast Plumbing Answers: Tankless Water Heater Takes Forever

Tankless water heater takes forever to deliver hot water? It's either too small for your peak use, or has scale buildup. Get fast answers for both problems!

Maintenance
Trouble Shooting

Fast Plumbing Answers: Why Does My Water Heater Stink?

Why does my water heater stink? Sulfur-eating bacteria and a corroded anode rod cause that rotten egg smell. Use our plumbers' simple 3-step guide to solve it.

Diagnostics

Fast Plumbing Answers: Tankless Water Heater Making Noise?

Why is my tankless water heater making noise? Most often, it’s mineral buildup or a loose part. Discover what each sound means and how a plumber fixes each one.

Product Reviews

Rinnai RX199iN Tankless Water Heater: Master Plumbers Review

The Rinnai RX199iN is the best gas tankless water heater for most homes. Learn why we find it more durable and cost-efficient than Navien and Rheem competitors.

Diagnostics
Trouble Shooting

Fast Plumbing Answers: Tankless Water Heater Beeping?

Your tankless water heater beeps to alert you of an error or malfunction. Learn what every error code means, how to mute the alarm, and when to call a plumber.

Trouble Shooting

Fast Plumbing Answers: Water Heater Pan Full of Water?

Your water heater pan full of water? Our Master Plumber says it's a leaky valve or tank corrosion- find out where to look and how to fix it!

Technology
Guides

Yes, Gas Tankless Water Heaters Are Good

Gas tankless water heaters are great in larger homes with high water usage. Learn the truth about efficiency and energy savings, and if your home's a good fit.

Guides
Installation

Fast Plumbing Answers: How to Size a Tankless Water Heater

Size your tankless water heater based on your household size and peak usage. Learn the right Rheem, Rinnai, Navien and AO Smith tankless sizes for your home..

Diagnostics

Fast Plumbing Answers: Flame Sensor Error on Water Heater

Flame sensor error on your gas water heater? Most are caused by dirt buildup- learn the quick DIY cleaning fix, and when to call a plumber for gas flow issue.

Technology
Installation

Electric Tankless Water Heaters Aren't Worth the Cost

Are electric tankless water heaters good? We rarely recommend them—high upfront costs and low savings mean most electric users are better off with a tank.

Guides
Installation

Should You Switch to Tankless or Keep Your Water Heater?

Switch to a tankless water heater if your home runs on gas and you have high water usage. Avoid the switch in electric homes. Use our full guide to decide!

Maintenance

The Best Way to Descale Your Tankless Water Heater

Descaling your tankless water heater? Learn how, plus compare pros and cons of DIY vs. hiring a plumber- and why most homeowners are better off calling a pro.

Diagnostics

Fast Plumbing Answers: Tankless Low Flow Problem?

Tankless water heater low flow problem? Discover how scale and sediment buildup cause weak showers and slow appliances—Mother’s expert plumbers fix it fast!

Maintenance

3 Ways to Never Descale Your Tankless Water Heater Again

Tankless water heater scale prevention saves money on repairs and maintenance. Our Master Plumbers offer 3 smart solutions to never descale your tankless again.

Diagnostics

Fast Plumbing Answers: No Hot Water From Tankless Heater?

Tankless water heater delivering no hot water? Our plumbing expert reveals 5 common causes- it's usually mineral scaling in the heat exchanger or inlet filter.

Diagnostics

Fast Plumbing Answers: Tankless Cold Water Sandwich

Cold water sandwich ruining your shower? Our plumbers explain why tankless heaters do this, how to avoid it, and when you do (and don't) have to call a plumber.

Diagnostics

Fast Plumbing Answers: Tankless Water Heater Won't Ignite

Your tankless water heater won’t ignite? Discover the 3 must-haves for ignition and 5 quick fixes from Dallas pros—get hot water fast with Mother’s expert help!

Repairs
Trouble Shooting
Guides

DFW Water Heater Repair: The Only Guide You'll Ever Need

Our total Dallas-Fort Worth water heater repair guide helps you troubleshoot every major tank repair issue. Call Mother for fast, expert DFW plumbing service.

Technology

Dallas Tankless Water Heaters Save You Money

Dallas tankless water heater benefits now include tax breaks and insurance discounts. Discover how Dallas homeowners save money by installing tankless heaters.

Installation

Electric vs. Gas Water Heaters

Electric vs gas water heaters: Our guide breaks down costs, efficiency, and environmental impact, with gas heaters leading the pack for most homeowners.

Installation

DFW Water Heater Cost and Installation Guide

DFW water heater cost is 4-9% lower than the national average. Add our 12-year warranty and maintenance plans, and you'll save 16% more on long-term costs.

Installation

Tank vs Tankless Water Heater: What's Best For Your Home?

Tank vs tankless water heater differences include efficiency, installation cost and lifespan. Use our 7-step guide to make the best water heater choice for you.

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