A. O. Smith Water Heater Repair in Lehigh Acres
Same-day service for no hot water, leaks, and pilot problems
A. O. Smith Water Heater Repair in Lehigh Acres is what we do when your tank quits, leaks, or runs cold. We handle gas, electric, and tankless units across Lee County, diagnose the fault on the first visit, and carry common A. O. Smith parts on the truck. If you have no hot water this morning, call (239) 230-9988 and we will get a technician to your door.
A. O. Smith Water Heater Repair in Lehigh Acres
A. O. Smith Water Heater Repair in Lehigh Acres is the diagnostic and parts-replacement work that restores a failing A. O. Smith tank, tankless, or hybrid unit to full output. That means testing the thermocouple, heating element, thermostat, gas valve, and TPR valve, then replacing only what has actually failed. We check the anode rod and dip tube while we are in there, flush sediment from the tank bottom, and confirm the flue pipe and dielectric unions are sealed before we call the job done.
Most Lehigh Acres homes sit on well water or hard municipal supply, and both leave mineral scale behind. That scale insulates the heating element, drives up recovery time, and shortens tank life. If your A. O. Smith water heater is rumbling, tripping the breaker, or quitting mid-shower, the fix is usually a repair rather than a full replacement. We also handle warranty repair Lehigh Acres homeowners need when a covered part fails inside the manufacturer window.
Why Lehigh Acres Homeowners Call Us
We keep A. O. Smith units running instead of talking you into a new tank. Here is what that looks like in practice.
Same-Day Hot Water
Most A. O. Smith water heater repair near me Lehigh Acres calls get a technician the same day, and we finish roughly 8 out of 10 jobs on that first visit. If your tank is leaking or completely cold, we move you to the front of the schedule and call ahead with an arrival window.
Parts On The Truck
We stock A. O. Smith heating elements, thermostats, thermocouples, TPR valves, and anode rods for the 40, 50, and 75-gallon models common in Lee County. That means no second trip and no waiting three days for a part to ship in from a warehouse.
Warranty Paperwork Handled
If a covered component failed, we document the model and serial number, the failure, and the part used so your A. O. Smith water heater warranty repair Lehigh Acres claim goes through cleanly. You get the paperwork copy the same day, not a promise to email it later.
Flat Pricing Before We Start
You get the price before we open a panel. A standard element or thermostat swap runs $180 to $320, and a gas valve replacement runs $320 to $560. No surprise line items, no hourly meter running while we look for the shutoff.
How Our Repair Process Works
Five steps, start to finish. Most jobs are done in a single visit between two and four hours.
Phone Triage
You call (239) 230-9988 and describe what the tank is doing. We ask about the model, the fuel type, and whether you see water on the floor. That five-minute call tells us which parts to load and whether this is an emergency A. O. Smith water heater repair Lehigh Acres FL situation.
On-Site Diagnosis
The technician tests the thermocouple, heating element, and thermostat with a multimeter, checks gas pressure at the valve, and inspects the TPR valve and flue. This takes 30 to 45 minutes. You get a plain-English explanation of what failed and what it costs to fix.
Repair And Parts Swap
We shut off the gas or power, drain what is needed, and replace the failed component. A heating element swap takes about 90 minutes; a gas valve or dip tube job runs closer to three hours. We use an anode rod socket and element wrench so nothing gets rounded off.
Flush And Test
Before we button it up, we flush sediment from the tank bottom and check the pressure gauge reading. Then we fire the unit, watch it through a full recovery cycle, and confirm the water hits 120 to 140 degrees at the tap. You see hot water before we pack up.
Walkthrough And Paperwork
We show you what we replaced, note the model and serial number for your records, and leave the warranty documentation if a covered part was involved. You also get a short list of what to watch for over the next 30 days, like rumbling or a pilot that will not hold.
Local Experience With A. O. Smith Units
Our technicians work on A. O. Smith tanks every week, alongside Rheem, Bradford White, State Water Heaters, and American Standard units. We hold a Florida state plumbing license and a Lee County contractor license, and we follow the Uniform Plumbing Code and Florida Building Code on every install and repair. Gas work is done by technicians with EPA Section 608 handling credentials and OSHA safety certification. We also keep NATE-certified techs on staff for the electrical and control side. That mix matters when a unit needs both a gas-side repair and a control-board diagnosis.
- Licensed under a Florida state plumbing license and a Lee County contractor license.
- EPA Section 608 and OSHA safety certification for gas-side repair work.
- NATE-certified technicians for thermostat, element, and control diagnostics.
- Repairs built to Uniform Plumbing Code and Florida Building Code standards.
- Work checked against ANSI Z21.10.1 and CSA certification requirements for gas water heaters.
Why Choose Us For A. O. Smith Water Heater Repair in Lehigh Acres
We are a local shop, not a call center. The person who answers the phone can tell you what is likely wrong and what it will cost before anyone knocks on your door.
We Repair, Not Replace
A failed heating element or thermostat does not mean you need a new tank. We fix the part that failed and tell you honestly how much life is left in the unit. That saves most homeowners $700 to $1,400 compared with an unnecessary replacement.
Real Arrival Windows
You get a two-hour window, not a vague all-day promise. If we are running behind, we call. For emergency A. O. Smith water heater repair Lehigh Acres FL calls, we aim to be on-site within 90 minutes during normal hours.
We Know Lehigh Acres Water
Hard water and well supply are the two biggest killers of A. O. Smith tanks in this area. We see sediment buildup on nearly every unit past the four-year mark, so we flush the tank as part of the repair instead of leaving the scale behind to wreck the new part.
Straight Answers On Cost
Affordable A. O. Smith water heater service in Lehigh Acres starts with an honest number. We quote the repair, the part, and the labor together. If the fix is not worth the money on an old tank, we say so and give you the replacement figure to compare.
What A. O. Smith Water Heater Repair Includes
Every repair visit covers full diagnostics plus the fix itself. We test the whole unit, not just the part you called about, because a weak thermocouple or a corroded anode rod will fail next month if nobody looks at it now.
What's Included
Full Diagnostic Test
We test the thermocouple, heating element, thermostat, and gas valve with a multimeter and thermocouple tester. You get a written summary of what failed and what is still within spec, so you know the real condition of the tank.
Failed Part Replacement
The failed component is swapped for a new one matched to your A. O. Smith model. We carry elements, thermostats, thermocouples, TPR valves, and gas valves for the 40, 50, and 75-gallon tanks common in Lehigh Acres.
Sediment Flush
We drain the tank and flush mineral scale from the bottom, which is where hard water leaves most of its damage. Skipping this step is why so many repaired tanks start rumbling again within a year. It takes about 20 minutes and adds real life to the unit.
Safety And Code Check
We inspect the TPR valve, flue pipe, sediment trap, and dielectric unions against Uniform Plumbing Code and Florida Building Code requirements. If something is out of spec, we tell you before it becomes a bigger problem than the repair you called about.
Recovery Cycle Test
After the repair we run the unit through a full heating cycle and confirm the water reaches 120 to 140 degrees at the tap. You see hot water and a dry floor before we leave, not a promise that it should work now.
Problems We Fix On A. O. Smith Water Heaters
These are the calls we get most often from Lehigh Acres homeowners. Each one has a known cause and a known fix.
No hot water at all, or it runs cold after a few minutes
A failed heating element or a tripped upper thermostat leaves the whole house without hot water. If you ignore it, the lower element usually fails next, and the repair bill roughly doubles.
We test both elements and the thermostat, replace what failed, and check the dip tube while the tank is open. Most of these jobs are done in about two hours and cost $180 to $320 for the parts and labor.
Water pooling under the tank or a dripping TPR valve
A leaking TPR valve or a cracked fitting can put water into your drywall, flooring, and baseboards. A slow drip becomes a $2,000 water-damage problem fast in a Florida home.
We find the source, replace the TPR valve or the leaking fitting, and check the expansion tank and dielectric unions. If the tank itself is cracked, we tell you straight and quote the replacement instead of charging for a repair that will not hold.
Pilot light keeps going out or the burner will not fire
A dirty thermocouple or a failing gas valve shuts the burner down. You get lukewarm water at best, and repeated relights wear out the pilot assembly.
We test the thermocouple and gas valve, clean the burner and flue, and replace the failed part. Gas-side work is done by an EPA Section 608 technician, and we confirm the burner holds through a full cycle before we leave.
Rumbling noises and rusty or discolored hot water
Sediment buildup and a corroded anode rod are the usual causes. Left alone, the tank lining fails from the inside and you are looking at a full replacement instead of a repair.
We flush the tank, replace the anode rod, and check the dip tube for scale. If the water is still rusty after the flush, we test the tank lining and give you a clear read on whether repair or replacement makes more sense.
When To Call For A. O. Smith Water Heater Repair
A family in Mirror Lakes wakes up to cold showers on a Saturday and the tank is only five years old.
We run a same-day diagnostic, find a failed lower heating element, and replace it along with a flush of the sediment that caused the failure. The whole visit takes about two and a half hours.
Hot water is back the same afternoon, and the tank gets another four to six years of service instead of an early replacement.
A landlord near Joel Boulevard Corridor has a tenant reporting the pilot light will not stay lit on a gas A. O. Smith unit.
We test the thermocouple and gas valve, replace the thermocouple, clean the burner, and verify the flue is drafting correctly. We document everything for the property file.
The tenant has reliable hot water, and the landlord has the paperwork to show the repair was done to code.
A homeowner in Varsity Lakes notices the tank is rumbling and the hot water smells off.
We flush the tank, replace the anode rod, and sanitize the tank to clear the sulfur smell. We also check the TPR valve and expansion tank while we are there.
The rumbling stops, the smell is gone, and the tank runs quiet through a full recovery cycle before we leave.
A snowbird returning to Lehigh Estates for the season finds the water heater leaking from the TPR valve after months of sitting.
We replace the TPR valve, test the expansion tank, and check the pressure gauge reading against the 80 PSI limit. If the tank itself is compromised, we quote the replacement on the spot.
The leak is fixed the same day, and the homeowner knows exactly what condition the tank is in before the season starts.
Tools And Methods We Use
Tools & Equipment
Multimeter and thermocouple tester
Used to test the heating element, thermostat, and thermocouple for continuity and correct voltage. This is how we confirm a failed part instead of guessing and swapping parts until something works.
Water heater element wrench and anode rod socket
Fits the hex head on A. O. Smith elements and anode rods without rounding the corners. A rounded element head turns a 90-minute job into a three-hour one, so we use the right socket every time.
Pipe wrench and tube cutter
For removing and refitting supply lines, dielectric unions, and the sediment trap. Clean cuts and proper wrench fit prevent the leaks that show up a week after a sloppy repair.
Pressure gauge and flue brush
The gauge checks system pressure against the 80 PSI threshold, and the flue brush clears soot and debris from the vent. Both are part of the safety check on every gas unit we touch.
Inspection camera
Lets us look inside the tank and flue without cutting anything open. We use it to check for scale, corrosion, and cracked linings before we recommend a repair over a replacement.
Soldering torch
For copper line repairs and fitting work when a supply line or dielectric union needs to be reworked. Used with a heat shield to protect the tank and surrounding framing.
Methods & Techniques
Uniform Plumbing Code and Florida Building Code compliance
Every repair is checked against UPC and Florida Building Code requirements for TPR valves, sediment traps, flue connections, and expansion control. That is what keeps the work insurable and inspection-ready.
ANSI Z21.10.1 and CSA certification standards
Gas water heater repairs are verified against ANSI Z21.10.1 and CSA certification requirements for venting, gas pressure, and combustion air. We test the burner through a full cycle before signing off on the job.
EPA Section 608 handling practices
Gas-side work follows EPA Section 608 handling practices, and our technicians carry OSHA safety certification. That covers leak testing, valve replacement, and safe shutdown of the gas supply during the repair.
Full recovery cycle verification
We never call a repair done until the unit heats a full tank and the tap water hits 120 to 140 degrees. That single test catches thermostat calibration problems and weak elements that a quick check would miss.
How A. O. Smith Water Heater Repair Runs In Lehigh Acres
Lehigh Acres water is hard, and a lot of homes here run on private wells. Both leave mineral scale in the tank, which is why we see sediment buildup on nearly every A. O. Smith unit past the four-year mark. That scale insulates the heating element, drives recovery time up, and shortens tank life. Our answer is a flush with every repair, plus an anode rod check while the tank is open. We also work around the reality of Lee County housing: a mix of older homes near Alabama Road Corridor and newer construction out toward Sunshine Acres, with tank locations that range from a garage corner to a tight utility closet. When you search for A. O. Smith water heater repair near me Lehigh Acres, you want someone who knows the local housing stock, not a script reader. Gas units here also deal with high humidity and venting that has to meet Florida Building Code, so we check the flue and sediment trap on every gas call. If you need 24/7 A. O. Smith water heater repair Lehigh Acres FL, we keep after-hours coverage for no-hot-water and active-leak calls.
Service Areas
Older housing stock with tanks often tucked in garages that run hot in summer. We check for heat-related thermostat drift on these units.
Many homes here are on well water, which means heavier sediment and a stronger case for an annual flush to protect the heating element.
Newer construction with tighter utility closets. We bring compact tools and an inspection camera to work in these spaces without cutting drywall.
A mix of gas and electric A. O. Smith units. Gas calls here get a full flue and sediment trap check against Florida Building Code.
Busy rental and commercial properties where a failed tank means lost income. We prioritize same-day service for these addresses.
Local Considerations
Hard water and well supply across much of Lehigh Acres
Scale builds on the heating element and tank bottom, raising recovery time and causing rumbling. We flush the tank on every repair and check the anode rod, which adds about 20 minutes and extends tank life by years.
High summer humidity and hot garages
Heat and moisture stress thermostats, wiring, and gas controls. We test the thermostat calibration and inspect for corrosion on every unit, especially those in garages that face west.
Mixed-age housing near Alabama Road and Joel Boulevard corridors
Older homes often have undersized venting or missing expansion tanks. We check both against Uniform Plumbing Code and Florida Building Code and flag anything that needs correction before it becomes a safety issue.
Cold Showers In A Five-Year-Old Tank
A homeowner in Mirror Lakes had no hot water for two days. The upper thermostat had failed and the lower element was coated in scale. Recovery time had stretched past three hours before it quit entirely, and the tank was rumbling loud enough to hear from the hallway.
We replaced the thermostat and lower element, flushed roughly two gallons of sediment from the tank, and tested the recovery cycle. Hot water was back at 130 degrees in under two hours, and the rumbling stopped completely.
Maintenance & Follow-up
Flush the tank once a year and check the anode rod every two years. With Lehigh Acres water, that single habit adds four to six years to the tank.
A rental property near Joel Boulevard Corridor had a gas A. O. Smith unit with a pilot that went out every other day. The tenant had relit it a dozen times, and the thermocouple was reading below spec. The burner was also sooted from a partially blocked flue.
We replaced the thermocouple, cleaned the burner and flue, and verified the gas pressure at the valve. The pilot held through a full recovery cycle, and the unit has run without a relight for months.
Maintenance & Follow-up
Have the flue and burner checked once a year on gas units. A five-minute brush-out prevents the soot buildup that causes most pilot failures.
A snowbird returned to Lehigh Estates to find water on the garage floor and a dripping TPR valve. The expansion tank had lost its charge, and system pressure was sitting above 100 PSI. The tank itself was still sound, but the leak had already stained the concrete.
We replaced the TPR valve and expansion tank, brought system pressure back under 80 PSI, and tested the unit through a full heating cycle. The floor was dry by the time we left, and the tank passed a pressure check.
Maintenance & Follow-up
Test the TPR valve twice a year by lifting the lever briefly. If it drips afterward, call us before the leak returns while you are away.
What A. O. Smith Water Heater Repair Costs
Typical 2026 pricing in the Lehigh Acres area runs $180 to $560 depending on the part and the fuel type. A heating element or thermostat swap sits at the low end; a gas valve replacement or a dip tube job sits at the high end. Diagnostic and flush are included in the repair price, not billed separately. If the tank is old enough that the repair does not make financial sense, we tell you and give you the replacement figure to compare. No pressure, no upsell.
Pricing Factors
Failed component
A thermocouple or heating element is a $180 to $320 job. A gas valve, dip tube, or TPR valve replacement runs $320 to $560 because of the extra labor and parts cost. The part itself is usually the smaller half of the bill.
Gas vs. electric
Gas repairs take longer because of the safety checks, flue inspection, and burner testing required. Electric repairs are usually faster, but a dual-element failure can add an hour of labor to the job.
Tank condition and access
A tank in a tight utility closet or behind finished drywall takes longer to work on. Heavy sediment also adds time to the flush. We quote the access situation before we start, not after.
Warranty coverage
If the failed part is still under the A. O. Smith manufacturer warranty, the part cost may be covered. You pay the labor. We document the model and serial number so the claim goes through without a back-and-forth.
After-hours calls
Emergency A. O. Smith water heater repair Lehigh Acres FL calls outside normal hours carry a higher labor rate. If the situation can safely wait until morning, we will tell you and save you the difference.
Typical Investment Range
$180 - $560 depending on part and fuel type
Actual pricing varies based on project scope and requirements
Value You Receive
A repair at this price buys four to six more years on a tank that would otherwise cost $1,200 to $2,000 to replace. We only recommend replacement when the tank lining has failed or the unit is past its service life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions? We have answers. If you don't see your question here, feel free to contact us.
Call UsHow much does A. O. Smith water heater repair cost in Lehigh Acres?
Most repairs run $180 to $560, with the average job landing around $300. A heating element or thermostat swap is at the low end, and a gas valve or dip tube replacement is at the high end. Diagnostic and tank flush are included. If a covered part is still under the A. O. Smith warranty, you may only pay labor.
Who repairs A. O. Smith water heaters in Lehigh Acres FL?
We do. Lehigh Acres WaterCore Repair works on A. O. Smith gas, electric, and tankless units across Lee County, including Mirror Lakes, Sunshine Acres, and the Lee Boulevard Corridor. Our technicians hold a Florida state plumbing license and a Lee County contractor license, and we carry common A. O. Smith parts on the truck.
Why is my A. O. Smith water heater not working in Lehigh Acres?
The three most common causes here are a failed heating element, a tripped or faulty thermostat, and sediment buildup from hard water. On gas units, a dirty thermocouple or a failing gas valve is usually behind a pilot that will not stay lit. We test all of these on the first visit and tell you exactly what failed.
Can I get same day A. O. Smith water heater service in Lehigh Acres?
Yes. Call (239) 230-9988 before early afternoon and we can usually get a technician to you the same day, often within a two-hour arrival window. No-hot-water and active-leak calls get priority, and we keep after-hours coverage for emergencies. We also handle A. O. Smith tankless water heater repair Lehigh Acres homeowners need when a unit throws a code.
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Customer Reviews
Our A. O. Smith tank quit on a Sunday and we had cold water all morning. They came out the same day, found a failed heating element, and had hot water back by dinner. The price was exactly what they quoted on the phone. No surprises.
Pilot light kept going out on our gas unit near Joel Boulevard. The technician replaced the thermocouple, cleaned the burner, and checked the flue. He explained what caused it and what to watch for. Two months later it is still running fine.
We had a leaking TPR valve and water on the garage floor. They replaced the valve and the expansion tank, tested everything, and left the floor dry. Straight answers on what was wrong and what it cost. Would call them again.
Our rental property had no hot water and the tenant was upset. They prioritized the call, fixed the element the same day, and sent the paperwork for our records. Professional from the first phone call to the final walkthrough.
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Gas Water Heater Repair
Gas A. O. Smith units need thermocouple, gas valve, and flue work that electric tanks do not. We test gas pressure and combustion air against ANSI Z21.10.1 on every call, which is the part most homeowners cannot check themselves.
Gas Water Heater RepairElectric Water Heater Repair
Electric A. O. Smith tanks fail most often at the heating element or thermostat. We test both with a multimeter, replace what failed, and flush the sediment that caused the failure. Most electric repairs are done in about two hours.
Electric Water Heater RepairTankless Water Heater Repair
A. O. Smith tankless units need descaling more often in Lehigh Acres because of hard water. We flush the heat exchanger, clear error codes, and check the flow sensor. Skipping descaling is the number one cause of tankless failure here.
Tankless Water Heater RepairRheem Water Heater Repair
We service Rheem tanks with the same parts-on-truck approach we use for A. O. Smith. If your Rheem is leaking or running cold, the diagnostic process is nearly identical, and we carry the common Rheem elements and thermostats as well.
Rheem Water Heater RepairBradford White Water Heater Repair
Bradford White units are common in Lee County new construction. We handle element, thermostat, and gas valve repairs on these tanks, and we check the anode rod while the tank is open, since hard water shortens its life here.
Bradford White Water Heater RepairRinnai Water Heater Repair
Rinnai tankless units throw specific error codes when the heat exchanger scales up. We descale the unit, clear the code, and test flow rate. If you have a Rinnai and an A. O. Smith tankless, we can service both on one visit.
Rinnai Water Heater RepairNavien Water Heater Repair
Navien combi and tankless units need periodic descaling and flow sensor checks. We handle those repairs and the control board diagnostics that go with them, using the same recovery-cycle testing we apply to A. O. Smith units.
Navien Water Heater RepairWater Heater Not Producing Hot Water
No hot water is the most common call we get. On A. O. Smith units it usually means a failed element, a tripped thermostat, or a bad thermocouple on gas models. We diagnose it on the first visit and fix it the same day in most cases.
Water Heater Not Producing Hot WaterWater Heater Leaking Water
A leak can come from the TPR valve, a fitting, the drain valve, or a cracked tank. We find the source before quoting anything. If the tank itself is cracked, we tell you straight and quote the replacement instead of a repair that will not hold.
Water Heater Leaking WaterWater Heater Making Rumbling Noises
Rumbling means sediment has built up on the tank bottom. In Lehigh Acres, hard water makes this happen faster than average. We flush the tank and check the anode rod, which usually silences the noise and extends the tank life.
Water Heater Making Rumbling NoisesWater Heater Takes Too Long to Heat
Slow recovery points to a scaled heating element, a failing lower element, or a thermostat that is out of calibration. We test all three and replace what failed. A flush is part of the fix, since scale is usually the root cause.
Water Heater Takes Too Long to HeatWater Heater Runs Out of Hot Water
If the tank runs cold mid-shower, the dip tube may be broken or the lower element may be failing. We check both on A. O. Smith units and replace the dip tube when it has cracked, which restores full tank capacity.
Water Heater Runs Out of Hot WaterWater Heater Pilot Light Keeps Going Out
A pilot that will not stay lit almost always means a weak thermocouple or a dirty pilot assembly. We replace the thermocouple, clean the burner, and verify the flue is drafting. Gas work is done by an EPA Section 608 technician.
Water Heater Pilot Light Keeps Going OutWater Heater Burner Not Working
A burner that will not fire can be a gas valve, a thermocouple, or a blocked flue. We test gas pressure at the valve and inspect the burner and vent. The fix is usually a valve or thermocouple replacement done the same day.
Water Heater Burner Not WorkingWater Heater Heating Element Repair
Element failure is the single most common A. O. Smith electric repair we do. We test both elements, replace the failed one with a matching part, and flush the tank. Most element jobs are done in about 90 minutes.
Water Heater Heating Element RepairWater Heater Thermostat Repair
A thermostat that reads wrong leaves you with scalding or lukewarm water. We test the calibration, replace the thermostat if needed, and confirm the tap water lands between 120 and 140 degrees before we leave.
Water Heater Thermostat RepairWater Heater Gas Valve Repair
Gas valve failure shuts the burner down completely. We test the valve, replace it if it has failed, and check the sediment trap and flue while we are in there. This is a job that requires EPA Section 608 handling practices.
Water Heater Gas Valve RepairWater Heater Pressure Relief Valve Leaking
A dripping TPR valve usually means excess system pressure or a failed valve. We test the pressure gauge reading against the 80 PSI threshold, replace the valve if needed, and check the expansion tank at the same time.
Water Heater Pressure Relief Valve LeakingWater Heater Anode Rod Problems
The anode rod sacrifices itself to protect the tank lining. In Lehigh Acres hard water it can be gone in three to four years. We check it on every repair and replace it before the tank lining starts to corrode.
Water Heater Anode Rod ProblemsWater Heater Temperature Problems
Water that is too hot or never hot enough points to a thermostat or a mixing valve issue. We test the thermostat calibration, check the dip tube, and set the unit to a safe 120 to 140 degrees.
Water Heater Temperature ProblemsWater Heater Low Hot Water Pressure
Low pressure on the hot side only usually means scale in the nipples or a failing dip tube. We flush the tank, clear the fittings, and check the supply lines. It is a quick fix once we find the restriction.
Water Heater Low Hot Water PressureWater Heater Discolored or Rusty Water
Rusty hot water is a sign the anode rod is gone or the tank lining is failing. We replace the anode rod and flush the tank first. If the water stays rusty after that, the tank is done and we will tell you so.
Water Heater Discolored or Rusty WaterWater Heater Strange Smell in Hot Water
A sulfur or rotten-egg smell in hot water usually comes from bacteria reacting with the anode rod. We replace the rod with a compatible type, sanitize the tank, and flush the system. The smell is gone the same day.
Water Heater Strange Smell in Hot WaterEmergency Water Heater Repair
No hot water or an active leak is an emergency. We keep after-hours coverage for these calls and prioritize them on the schedule. Call (239) 230-9988 and we will tell you what to shut off while we are on the way.
Emergency Water Heater RepairResidential Water Heater Repair
Most of our work is residential A. O. Smith repair in Lehigh Acres homes, from 40-gallon garage tanks to 75-gallon units in larger houses. We handle gas, electric, and tankless, and we work clean in tight utility closets.
Residential Water Heater RepairCommercial Water Heater Repair
We also service commercial A. O. Smith units at rental properties and small businesses along the Lee Boulevard Corridor. Commercial calls get priority scheduling because a failed tank means lost revenue for the owner.
Commercial Water Heater RepairWhat Lehigh Acres Homeowners Say
Real experiences from customers who chose our A. O. Smith Water Heater Repair services
"Our A. O. Smith tank started rumbling and the hot water smelled like sulfur. They flushed the tank, replaced the anode rod, and the smell was gone the same day. The technician showed me the old rod and explained why hard water here eats them up. Honest work at a fair price."
Marcus T.
Homeowner, Lehigh Acres Central
"I manage three rentals and the gas unit at one of them kept losing its pilot. They replaced the thermocouple, cleaned the burner, and checked the flue. The tenant has not called me about it since. They also sent the paperwork I needed for my records without me asking twice."
Denise R.
Landlord, Joel Boulevard Corridor
"Woke up to no hot water on a Saturday. They answered the phone, told me what it probably was, and had a tech out by early afternoon. It was a failed lower element. Two hours later we had hot water again. The price matched the quote exactly."
Alan P.
Homeowner, Mirror Lakes
Get A. O. Smith Water Heater Repair in Lehigh Acres Today
Cold showers and wet floors do not wait. Call (239) 230-9988 and we will get a licensed technician to your Lehigh Acres home, usually the same day. We quote the repair before we start, and we carry the parts to finish most jobs on the first visit.