What Should I Do If My Water Heater Is Not Producing Hot Water?

If your water heater is not producing hot water, check the power or gas supply and the thermostat first, then schedule a professional diagnostic if it still runs cold. The most common causes are a tripped breaker or failed heating element on electric units and a blown-out pilot or ignition fault on gas units. If water warms briefly then turns cold, a technician often finds a failed lower element or heavy sediment in the tank. We install, maintain, and repair both tank and tankless systems, and we handle this problem daily for homeowners across the Maitland area. Same-day and 24/7 emergency repairs are available for no-heat or active leaks.

Try these quick checks before you call:

• Electric: verify the breaker, then press the water heater’s red reset button.
• Gas: confirm the gas valve is on; relight per the label or note any error code on the control.
• Make sure cold-inlet and gas shutoff valves are fully open.
• Look for leaks or constant T&P valve discharge; shut water off if leaking.

If you smell gas, leave the area and contact your gas utility before any service.

Updated: 2026-06-22

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