No Hot Water? 6 Things to Check Before You Call a Plumber

Waking up to a cold shower is miserable. Run through these checks — some take 30 seconds.

1. Pilot light (gas): look through the viewing window. If it is out, follow the relight instructions on the tank. If it will not stay lit, the thermocouple has failed.
2. Breaker (electric): a tripped 30-amp double breaker is the most common cause.
3. Thermostat: make sure nobody turned it to 'vacation'.
4. Gas supply: is the range working? If not, the problem may be the gas line or utility.
5. Leaks: water around the base means the tank has failed.
6. High-limit reset (electric): press the red button behind the upper access panel.

Still no hot water?

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