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Hot Water Runs Out Fast? 5 Reasons and How to Fix It

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Broken dip tube

The dip tube sends cold water to the bottom of the tank. If it breaks, cold water mixes at the top and you get lukewarm water after a few minutes. It's a cheap part and a quick repair.

Failed lower element or sediment

Electric heaters have two elements. If the lower one fails, only the top of the tank heats and you run out fast. Sediment on the bottom of a gas heater insulates the water from the burner with the same result.

Undersized tank or growing family

If the heater has always run out, it's simply too small. Options are a larger tank, a high-recovery model or a tankless water heater for endless hot water. We'll help you size it right.

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