Unless you're paying close attention, it's easy to gloss over the common signs of a dying water heater. But missing out on these signs can lead to damage and disruption, so it's worth knowing when it's time to call in a plumber for replacement. Joe Klosterman Plumbing is a family-owned and -operated plumbing company that has been helping people throughout Cincinnati and the Tri-state area since 1983, and they'll be on hand to make sure your water heater problems don't set you back or cause damage to your home.

Before you call in these residential plumbers, you'll want to know exactly what it is you should be observing. A few signs you might need to replace your water heater include:

• Water Around the Heater: As far as visual signs are concerned, one of the easiest to take notice of is moisture around the water heater itself. Before you leap to hiring a plumber for replacement, you should make sure the leaks aren't coming from fittings, connections, or the pressure overflow pipe. If those are clean, then the tank itself may have been compromised. 
• Rumbling or Banging Noises: Noticeable banging or rumbling could signal a water heater that's nearing the end of its lifespan. This often comes from a layer of hardened sediment, which will make the heater less efficient over time. The extra work this causes will eventually wear on the metal tank, potentially leading to the aforementioned leaks and other problems.
• The Harsh Reality of Aging: Beyond aural and visual signifiers, you should also take your water heater's age into consideration. Most heaters start entering the age of replacement after they're over a decade old. If the heater is located in a safe spot, you can ride it out and see what happens — but if its location could lead to damage from leaks and age-related complications, you should look into a replacement.

As long as you have a dependable plumber on call, replacing an old or busted water heater can be easy. It's better to get it out of the way before it becomes a larger problem, and Joe Klosterman Plumbing will help you every step of the way. Call them at (513) 941-6766 to speak to one of their plumbing repair specialists, and head to their website for more information on their services. You can also find the team on Facebook and Twitter.