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Lighthouse Mechanical Heating & Cooling
4.9(
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Serving Gloucester, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Charles arrived on time & performed a through diagnostic of my system. He also verified that my air handler & thermostat settings were correct for the components installed with my system. Charles was polite and offered advice on how to keep my system running efficiently. Overall a great experience. Would definitely recommend LightHouse Mechanical and especially Charles for anyone needing HVAC work done."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Rose Brothers Heating and Ac
4.7(
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Serving Gloucester, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Having never used gas heat before and just purchasing an older home I wanted to make sure it was in good operating condition and to learn a bit more about how the system worked. Technician took his time to help me understand the system. Provided what I feel was honest information and was very helpful without pushing replacement of what we all knew is a very old system. He made me feel confident the system was in good working condition and performed a very detailed inspection even with an annoying customer standing over him the entire time. Great job
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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K&J Mechanical Services LLC
4.7(
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Serving Gloucester, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After calling to explain the problem, was told to turn the system off with the possibility that someone might come out the same day. They called back shortly to set up an appointment for service at an agreeable time the next day (within 24 hours). The two men arrived on time and checked the equipment. They found the likely cause of the problem, were very pleasant, informative, and professional. We plan to set up a seasonal maintenance program with this same company for two independent heating/cooling units in our home.
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
The Fire & Water Company, LLC
4.0(
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Serving Gloucester, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

"Installer came unprepared to to fix fire caulk he damaged as well as not having a lift device to get the water heater onto it's stand. Had to go buy fire caulk at my expense and find a board for him to slide new water heater up to get it on the heater stand."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
The Fire & Water Company, LLC
4.1(
22
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Serving Gloucester, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Courteous,prompt response to call,guickly scheduled appointment, arrived on time, work completed efficiently,inspection scheduled and work approved by inspector. I a. Now having them install a Rennai Tankless Water Heater system. Will be using them for future plumbing,electrical and other work. I highly recommend The Fire and Water Company, and they are locally owned. Shop Local!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cassidy's Plumbing Co. Inc.
3.9(
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Serving Gloucester, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Cassidy's Plumbing was very responsive and eager to get our home back online with water, they reworked their schedule so that from talking on the phone to water heater installed and running in 2.5 hrs. The price was competitive and the workmanship was excellent. Would definitely recommend."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

Electric water heaters do not need an attached vent, but the location of the water heater should allow for roughly 12 inches of clearance around it. This allows cool air to flow around the appliance and allows repair technicians to work on its components safely. The exact amount of clearance space required depends on your local building codes.

Most standard residential water heaters, which are typically around 40 gallons and use 240 volts and between 3,500 and 5,500 watts, require a 30-amp, two-pole circuit breaker. For smaller, point-of-use water heaters using 120 volts and between 1,500 and 3,000 watts, a 30-amp breaker is also often adequate. However, some models may have different needs; units that use more watts than average may require a 40-amp breaker, while smaller units might only need a 20-amp breaker. Newer, tankless, or more energy-efficient models can also require a higher amperage. Having the correct breaker size is crucial for safe and efficient operation, so it's best to consult a licensed electrician to determine the specific needs of your water heater.

We recommend you turn off the unit, the power, and the water supply as soon as you notice a leak. Your water heater tank should have a dedicated shut-off valve located on the cold inlet pipes. If the valve is broken or inoperable, use the shut-off valve to your home's main water supply to stop the flow to the entire house.

Avoid touching valves or pipes directly without confirming if they are hot. Wear gloves and other safety gear to keep from coming into contact with hot levers or components when turning off your leaking water heater.

You can and should vent the gas from your hot water heater to the outside of your home. Traditionally, these gases were vented back to other gas appliances, like stoves or furnaces, but many jurisdictions have outlawed this practice due to the risks it provides. 

Most water heaters today use atmospheric venting that exhausts the gas out of the home through a pipe.

Traditional gas or electric water heaters last an average of six to 11 years. However, with excellent maintenance, they can last up to 15 years. Heat pump water heaters, on the other hand, last an average of between 12 and 15 years and potentially longer with proper maintenance. In both cases, your home's water quality can be a determining factor regarding the lifespan of your water heater.

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