Tank Water Heater Services

Tank Water Heater Services - Installation & Repair in Northeast Ohio

Install, repair, and maintain conventional storage units for steady, reliable hot water.

Year-round, Schar Heating & Cooling keeps homes and businesses across Rittman and the surrounding Ohio communities supplied with dependable hot water—sized right, installed to code, and serviced for a long life.

⬆️Upgrade and Save

Today’s storage water heaters are better insulated and smarter than older models. A right-sized unit can mean:

🚿 Faster recovery for back-to-back showers and laundry
🌡️ Lower standby losses thanks to thicker tank insulation
🤫 Quieter operation and safer venting
🚨 Fewer surprises with modern leak/overflow protections

🧮 Not sure what you need? We’ll calculate capacity (first-hour rating), recovery rate, fuel type, and venting to fit your home and budget.

🔥 How Tank Water Heaters Work

A storage heater keeps a set volume of water—30, 40, 50, 75, 80+ gallons—hot and ready.

🔥 Gas (natural/propane): Burner heats the tank; exhaust vents outdoors (atmospheric, direct-vent, or power-vent).
⚡ Electric: One or two elements heat the water—simple, quiet, and no flue.

Key components we inspect: thermostat/gas valve, anode rod, dip tube, T&P safety valve, and venting (for gas).

🔧Installation & Replacement

Our certified pros make it easy:

🏠 In-home assessment – Hot-water demand, fuel type, venting route, clearances, and water quality
📏 Right-fit options – Size (first-hour rating), efficiency, venting style, and upgrade choices
💬 Upfront estimate & timeline – Clear pricing with no surprises
🔧 Professional install – Gas and water connections, pan & drain, expansion tank (as required), dielectric unions, seismic/supports where applicable, and safe venting
✅ Startup & walkthrough – Set temp (typically 120°F), leak checks, draft check, and maintenance tips

💳 Ask about financing and any available utility incentives.

🔧Repairs

Hot water acting up? We service all major brands. Common fixes:

No hot water / inconsistent temps – thermostat, gas valve, elements, or dip tube
Pilot won’t stay lit / ignition faults – thermocouple, flame sensor, igniter
Slow recovery / rumbling – sediment build-up, burner tune, element replacement, flush
Water around the tank – T&P discharge, fittings, or tank failure (we’ll diagnose quickly)

You’ll get a clear diagnosis and accurate quote before any work begins. Emergency service available.

🕒 Maintenance

Routine care extends life and keeps bills in check. Add it to your Maintenance Agreement:

Annual flush to reduce sediment and restore efficiency
Anode rod check/replacement (helps prevent tank corrosion)
T&P valve test and discharge line inspection
Gas draft/combustion check (for vented units)
Expansion tank pressure check and leak inspection
Thermostat setpoint verification (~120°F recommended)