Electrical Water Heater Repair

Maximize the Lifespan of Your Electrical Water Heater With Our Repair Services

At Keystone Pump & Well Service in Nazareth, PA, we understand the importance of a reliable water heater, especially when it comes to your well water supply. Our expertise extends beyond well components to include professional electrical water heater repair services. Contact us today to schedule a service appointment and ensure your water heater operates efficiently and reliably.


We provide service for your well and most all well components, including electric water heaters. Your water heater can take a beating when your well water is impacted by minerals and chemicals that cause hard water. 


You can extend the life of your water heater with a water treatment system, but if you need to replace your electric water heater, we can help. Whether you use a private water supply or not, we can service, repair, and install electric water heaters when the need arises.

Understanding Electric Water Heaters

Electric tank water heaters are basic gadgets. They come in sizes from 10 to 50 gallons and are super energy-efficient. A heating element inside the tank warms the water, working better than gas. They have a tank with insulation, a heating element, and a thermostat to keep the water hot at 120 to 140 degrees. If something goes wrong, it's usually one of five things:

Common Electric Water Heater Issues

When your electric water heater malfunctions, it's typically due to one of five common issues:

  • The power might have tripped, so the heater isn't getting electricity.
  • The heating element might be broken, so it's not heating the water.
  • The thermostat might not be working right.
  • A valve might be stuck, either holding water inside or not stopping the flow.
  • The tank might be rusted, causing leaks (you'll see water on the floor).

Repair or Replace?

Depending on the specific issue and the age of your water heater, you may need to decide whether to repair or replace it. Since most electric heaters need replacement every 10 to 13 years, we recommend replacing them when this timeframe is met or exceeded. Years of sediment and mineral buildup can lead to corrosion inside the tank, resulting in rusting and leaks that cannot be repaired.

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