An electric water heater is a popular and reliable choice for homeowners, especially in rural areas of Central Pennsylvania, where access to natural gas may not be readily available. Unlike gas systems, this model relies on electric heating elements to provide hot water for baths, showers, dishes, laundry, and more.
Here, the plumbers at Haller Enterprises provide an overview of how electric water heaters work to help Eastern and Central Pennsylvania residents make an informed choice when it’s time to install a new water heater.
How Do You Turn On an Electric Water Heater?
Before turning on an electric water heater, make sure the tank is full of water to prevent damage from dry-firing. You can confirm it’s full by turning on your hot water faucet and checking for a steady flow. Then, go to your home’s electrical panel and find the breaker connected to the system. Flip this breaker to the “ON” position. Your water will then begin heating.
How Do You Turn Off an Electric Water Heater?
If you need to turn your electric water heater off, it’s essential to do so properly. Go to your home’s electrical panel, locate the breaker for your water heater, and turn it to the “OFF” position. If you also need to shut off the water supply due to a leak or emergency, you can close the cold-water valve at the top of the tank to prevent more water from entering the system.
How Long Do Electric Water Heaters Take To Heat Water?
The time it takes for your water to heat up depends on many factors, including:
- Your system’s tank size
- The initial water temperature
- The wattage of the heating element
- The desired output temperature
In general, a 50-gallon electric system will take around two hours to heat a tank of water to 120°F. This process will take longer for larger tanks of 80 gallons or more and can take less time for smaller tanks.
Cold water will enter your tank during the heating process, causing the heating elements to turn on. Once the water is heated, it will move toward the top of the tank due to thermal stratification and will exit from the hot water outlet pipe at the top of the system when you turn on a hot water faucet.
Professional Electric Water Heater Services
At Haller Enterprises, we’re proud to offer comprehensive service for electric water heaters in Central and Eastern Pennsylvania. This includes:
- Electric water heater repair: Our team offers fast and reliable repairs for issues like defective heating elements, sediment buildup, and more.
- Electric water heater installation and replacement: If you’re ready for a new electric water heater, our technicians can help you choose one that will meet your needs and operate efficiently.
- Electric water heater maintenance: With a tune-up from our team, you can keep your system operating at its best for years to come.
Choose Haller for your electric water heater services. We’re proud to provide service for all brands and offer same-day service for critical issues.
Schedule electric water heater services in Pennsylvania by contacting Haller today.
