Hot Water Not Working In Your Shower? Here’s What To Do Next
Whether you are on your way to work, school, or elsewhere, the last thing you want is hot water not working in shower. One of the most common plumbing problems, it definitely does not get your day off to a great start. Though this problem can stem from many possibilities, the good news is that it is usually easily remedied, especially if a professional plumber is involved.
If you’re wondering what causes no hot water in shower and how it can be fixed, our Boss Plumbing team has all the details.
Why Is No Hot Water Coming Out of Your Shower?
When you realize your shower has no hot water, it will be due to at least one of the many reasons listed below.
1. The Water Heater Is Not Working Properly
Water from your shower or faucets that gets warm but then cool, or hot water not working at all, are common signs that your water heater is going out. It might be that:
- your water heater needs maintenance
- it’s too old and needs to be replaced
- the heating elements have died
- there’s a faulty thermostat
- a thermocouple has gone awry
In any of these cases, it’s better to call a professional to inspect and repair your water heater.
2. The Shower Valve Is Damaged
When your shower water is not hot enough, the shower valve may be to blame. Since the valve mixes hot and cold water to get the temperature just right, it’s possible the valve’s washers or O-rings are worn out. When this happens, you’ll get a cold shower.
3. Showering at the Same Time
If you have multiple showers in your home, there is only so much hot water to go around. When everyone is getting ready for work, school, or other errands, this can create a shower that will be less than warm.
4. Other Appliances Using Hot Water
When you have other appliances such as your washing machine or dishwasher using hot water, you may experience low water pressure and a loss of hot water. To solve this problem, wait to wash the clothes and dishes until after you’ve showered.
5. Pipes Leaking or Burst
Another common reason to not have hot water in the shower is a burst or broken pipe that is leaking water. This can happen in older homes, or when the weather turns cold and pipes have frozen. Since leaking or burst pipes need to be fixed immediately, call Boss Plumbing right away.
6. Hard Water Buildup
Should your home deal with hard water on a daily basis, the buildup of minerals can lead to no water coming out at all from your shower. If you believe this is the problem, consider installing water softening systems that could solve this problem.
What To Do When There is No Hot Water in the Shower
When you find there is no hot water in shower, become a detective to get a good idea of what’s wrong.
1. Check the Other Faucets In Your Home
To start with, check other faucets in your home to determine if they have hot water. If your faucets have hot water but your shower does not, the problem is your shower.
2. Check with Your Neighbors
If you have hot water not coming out of shower head, we suggest you check with your neighbors to see if they are experiencing a lack of hot water as well. If they are, then the problem is not isolated to your home.
3. Check for signs of broken or leaky pipes
Look for signs of broken or leaky pipes: dripping noises coming from inside your walls, damp walls or water pressure loss are just some of the ways to tell that you’ve got a pipe that needs to be repaired by a professional plumber in your home.
Can You Fix A Hot Water Problem Yourself?
When you have hot water not working in shower, you may consider trying to fix the problem on your own. If so, remember these important points.
First, being able to fix your lack of hot water issue will depend on what is causing the problem. If it turns out the shower valve has some parts that are just worn out, you should be able to get the parts from a hardware store and complete your repair job yourself.
However, anything beyond this, we at Boss Plumbing typically recommend to our customers that they leave it to the professionals. For example, should you believe your water heater is causing your plumbing problems, let us handle this. If you don’t know what you are doing, one mistake in trying to repair your water heater could lead to a massive water leak or other serious problems.
Likewise, if you have no hot water in shower because your home has leaky pipes, don’t take a chance on making a somewhat minor problem one that is much bigger and far more expensive to repair. Since bathroom plumbing is often the most complex of all plumbing systems within most Los Angeles homes, it is better to leave this repair job to plumbing experts who handle these repair jobs regularly.
Hot Water Not Working in Your Shower? Contact Us at Boss Plumbing
When your shower is not heating up properly or you find that hot water is not working in your shower whatsoever, don’t panic. Instead, pick up the phone and call us here at Boss Plumbing. Offering same-day service in most cases, we can be at your home in no time, assess the situation, find out exactly what is causing your hot water problem and fix it.
Boss Plumbing always gives price estimates before starting a plumbing repair job. Our professionals communicate with you every step of the way, so you know exactly what’s wrong, and how we plan to fix it. Before you know it, our plumbing pros will complete their repairs, ensure your hot water is once again working as it should, and give you peace of mind.
