Hello all,
We purchased a water heater last year. It was working well all these days. But recently my wife said that the water from the water heater is not hot nowadays. It is warm, but not hot. Also, today morning, while I was taking bath, the water smelled liked burnt metal. What could be the possible reason for these problems? I happened to find an article (http://www.brothersplumbing.ca/blog/water-heater/4-signs-water-heater-needs-replaced/) regarding water heater I would like to know whether I'll have to replace my water heater? Does anyone here know any solution for this?

From your link,


You Don’t Have Any Hot Water (Or Have Hot Water Inconsistently)Not having any hot water can be a sign that your water heater has failed and it’s time to replace it. However, a lack of hot water can also signal other problems such as a problematic circuit breaker. While issues with a lack of hot water can usually easily be resolved by adjusting the thermostat, if you have an older water heater (one that is between 10 and 15 years old), it is likely a sign that you need to replace it.

"While issues with a lack of hot water can usually easily be resolved by adjusting the thermostat," That's a viable solution, and a call to the installer, because I assume you have a warranty, for a routine check is also an option.

I agree with Talaniman, I am not sure that you have a gas or electric, the problem with lack of hot water can be resolved by adjusting the thermostat for electric or selecting the water heater gas valve to the hot side, also like Talaniman it is a good idea to call the installer you have warranty on you heater, good luck.

John

Common problem during winter months. Water heater is fed with very cold water so it works very hard to heat up water to the preset temperature. When in use, as hot water depletes, very cold water enters the heater, mixes with heated water, making in less hot. Also, pipes between hot water heater and bathroom should have insulation

Hope that explains

Milo

the water smelled liked burnt metal


That would concern me. Perhaps a burned out element?