Check the active risk first
Call immediately for water actively leaking from the heater or connected piping, a gas smell, smoke, scorching, or any unsafe condition. Leave gas-emergency response to the appropriate utility and emergency services.
Hot-water guide
No hot water needs safe observations, not a guess at the part.
Hot-water problems can involve the tank or heater, controls, fuel or electrical supply, valves, circulation, a leak, or demand that has changed. Do not remove covers or adjust unfamiliar gas or electrical controls.
Notice the pattern
Is every fixture affected, does water start hot then cool, is there unusual noise, or is the issue tied to one bathroom? The pattern helps separate equipment, distribution, and fixture concerns.
Keep useful details
Take a safe photo of the equipment label, note the energy source and model, when the issue began, visible leaks, error information, and whether anyone else in the home has hot water.
Mechanical service and repair planning
Diagnosis, accessible repair work, documentation, and replacement planning where needed.
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