What should I do if my water heater is leaking from the bottom?

A water heater leaking from the bottom is an urgent issue that often signals internal tank failure or a faulty drain valve. Most bottom leaks start from corrosion inside the tank and worsen with pressure and heat cycles. If the unit is more than 10 years old, replacement is usually more cost-effective than repair, and replacement also makes sense when a fix would cost over half the price of a new heater. Our technicians handle emergency water-heater repairs and replacements for homeowners in the Butler area. If replacement is needed, we take care of removal, permits when required, hookups, testing, and cleanup. Take these steps now: - Turn off the cold-water inlet valve. - Shut off power at the breaker for electric units; set the gas control to off/pilot for gas. - Keep clear of wet electrical; contain water with a pan or towels, and close the drain valve if safe. - Call a licensed, bonded, and insured plumber to assess and guide repair versus replacement. Do not relight a gas burner or restore power until a technician has inspected the heater. Updated: 2026-04-03 Need help in Butler, NJ? Call (973) 339-3137 or book online.

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What should I do if my water heater is leaking from the bottom?
A water heater leaking from the bottom is an urgent issue that often signals internal tank failure or a faulty drain valve. Most bottom leaks start from corrosion inside the tank and worsen with pressure and heat cycles. If the unit is more than 10 years old, replacement is usually more cost-effective than repair, and replacement also makes sense when a fix would cost over half the price of a new heater. Our technicians handle emergency water-heater repairs and replacements for homeowners in the Butler area. If replacement is needed, we take care of removal, permits when required, hookups, testing, and cleanup.

Take these steps now:

Turn off the cold-water inlet valve.

Shut off power at the breaker for electric units; set the gas control to off/pilot for gas.

Keep clear of wet electrical; contain water with a pan or towels, and close the drain valve if safe.

Call a licensed, bonded, and insured plumber to assess and guide repair versus replacement.

Do not relight a gas burner or restore power until a technician has inspected the heater. <br/> Updated: 2026-04-03 <br/> Need help in Butler, NJ? Call (973) 339-3137 or book online.
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