Why Is My Water Heater Not Heating Up Despite Resetting the Button?
If your water heater won’t heat after pressing reset, a fault is likely still present. Common causes include a tripped breaker or bad wiring, failed thermostat or heating element, pilot/ignition issues on gas units, or heavy sediment buildup. If the reset trips again, stop and have a technician diagnose it.
Quick checks:
- Verify breaker is on and connections are secure.
- Confirm thermostat setting.
- For gas, check the pilot/igniter.
- Look for leaks or discoloration that suggest sediment.
- Don’t keep resetting repeatedly.
Updated: 2025-12-24 00:00:00
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