When homeowners in Northern New Jersey need water heater services, they call Russo Bros. & Co. We’ve been installing and servicing electric water heaters in this region for over 30 years. If you have an older water heater, we can upgrade your home with a new high-efficiency model. We provide annual maintenance services to help you maximize your investment. Our team also provides fast, reliable repairs, including after-hours service.
Contact Russo Bros. & Co. today to book electric water heater services in Northern New Jersey.
Overview of Electric Water Heater Services
Our plumbing team offers a full range of services for both tank and tankless electric water heaters. We perform replacements and new installations, including conversions from fuel-fired systems. Our company offers a wide range of water heaters from top brands, including smart, high-efficiency models. We perform warranty and non-covered repairs for all water heater makes and models. Our experts also encourage our customers to schedule annual water heater maintenance. Tank water heaters require regular flushing and periodic anode rod replacement. Tankless water heaters need routine descaling and occasional filter replacement.
- Slow recovery
- High energy bills
- Low hot water pressure
- Inconsistent temperatures
- Rust or any other corrosion
- Low or no hot water volume
- Discolored and/or smelly hot water
- Kettling and other unusual noises
Key Benefits of Electric Systems
A key benefit of both electric tank and tankless water heaters is that there’s no combustion. You don’t have to worry about toxic gas potentially seeping into your home. Electric water heaters provide cleaner and safer operation. They’re less expensive to purchase and install, and they last longer. The typical gas water heater lasts between 8 and 12 years. With proper maintenance, you can get 15 or more years of service from your electric water heater.
The other big benefit is energy efficiency. Consider that a standard gas water heater is about 80% efficient. That means it wastes 20% of the fuel it burns via heat losses through the flue. Electric water heaters turn electricity into heat with a 1:1 ratio. That means that electric water heaters operate at or near 100% efficiency.
Common Electric Water Heater Issues
A common issue with electric water heaters is that they consume significantly more electricity. Even a minor malfunction can lead to a 15% or greater increase in energy usage. We recommend lowering your water heater’s temperature to 120°F. You should also track your electricity usage month-to-month and year-to-year. If you notice a spike, call us to inspect your water heater and other electric systems, such as your AC or heat pump.
- Deteriorated insulation
- Running out of hot water
- Reduced hot water pressure
- Hot water that smells like rotten eggs
- Knocking and other loud, unusual noises
- Reddish or otherwise discolored hot water
When to Choose Repair or Replacement
Deciding whether to repair or replace is often a matter of weighing the upfront costs against the potential long-term savings. It’s almost always worth repairing a water heater if the warranty covers all or most of the cost. If you have to pay out of pocket, it depends on the system’s age. We generally don’t recommend expensive repairs for water heaters that are more than 10 years old.
Book Professional Electric Water Heater Service
We often have specials available. We offer same-day appointments and are available 24/7 for emergency water heater repairs. For installations, we offer free estimates and have financing available on approved credit.
Call Russo Bros. & Co. or contact us online to schedule electric water heater services in Northern New Jersey.
