If you have been hit with an icy blast of water in the shower early one morning or you have to deal with malodorous or discolored water in your home or business, you may want to take a closer look at your water heater.

If the water is cold or you’re seeing obvious discoloration or rust or your water heater is leaking, you should immediately take steps to repair or replace the water heater in order to prevent further damage and complications to your water system. Sometimes a malfunctioning water heater can be a danger to you and your family if it’s leaking water or, even worse,natural gas.