Wales, UK - Water Heaters: Types, Parts and How They Work

Regardless of whether you own a home or business, water heaters are one of your most essential appliances. You can use it to get warm water for a refreshing shower, to wash up, or as a health and safety resource.

In order to ensure peak performance, a domestic and commercial water heater needs regular maintenance, and to know how it works.

How many home and business owners know what type of water heater they have or how it works?

The following is a list of all the essential electrical water heater fundamentals you should know.

Water heaters, boilers and plumbing are all part of BPSs’ expertise. We can help you if you have any questions or concerns by calling 029 20 484114.

Water heaters: what are they?

An electric water heater heats water in a property and circulates it to different water fixtures for showering, washing, laundry and machinery operation. Cold water is heated by a water heater using electricity or gas. An electric heater heats the water by using an electrical element, whereas a gas heater heats the water by using combustion. The ability to heat water on demand makes a water heater essential for any property whether it be a home or business to be energy efficient and comfortable.

In a water heater, what are the different parts?

A water heater heats cold water in three main sections:

Tank

Tanks, usually made of steel, are the reservoirs that hold the water in water heaters. A protective lining is applied to the interior of the tank to prevent corrosion, and polyurethane foam is applied to the exterior to reduce heat loss.

Thermostat

In the water heating system, the thermostat regulates the temperature of the water. Water temperature is controlled by this device, which is located near the burner.

The Heating Element

In an electric water heater, the heating element is used, while in a gas water heater, the burner is used. A heating element usually sits at the bottom of the tank and is responsible for warming cold water.

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What are the typical problems with water heaters?

Water heaters can experience different problems due to their age or if they haven’t been serviced and maintained as they should be. These issues include:

Understanding how your water heater works and the common issues that can occur will help to keep it operating effectively and efficiently. There are many types of hot water heaters, but they all apply the same working principles. By knowing what these are you are more likely to be able to maintain and care for your water heater appropriately. We would always advise that you have an annual service carried out on your water heater which will keep it in good working and efficient condition and highlight any potential issues that if you rectify quickly will prevent it from breaking down. Read our full article here

BPS experienced and professional Heating Engineers can come out and assess your water heater system and will advise you of the best system for you, or which water heater you have.

Our experienced and qualified heating engineers offer advice using their knowledge and ongoing training and industry experience and we will only advise a change if it is beneficial to you in the long run.

Contact us today at 029 20 484114 to arrange water heater assessment, repair, service or new installation.