Quick Fix Tips

The unit is not producing any hot water.

Old Republic Home Protection — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 19:32:00 GMT

Your pilot light may be out. Follow the instructions on the tank for relighting the pilot, or call your local gas company who will relight it for free!

Water heater is not producing enough hot water.

Old Republic Home Protection — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 19:24:00 GMT

If the water heater runs out of hot water too quickly, increase the temperature on the water heater thermostat. If the temperature is set on the highest setting, flush the water heater according to the directions above.

Water heater makes a rumbling or clanking noise.

Old Republic Home Protection — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 19:21:00 GMT

Chances are this is related to sediment build up. A flush of the water heater may be all that is required.

Toilet won't flush, the handle just moves up and down.

Old Republic Home Protection — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 19:20:00 GMT

The flapper chain may have come off the handle arm. Reconnect the chain. Don't forget, the water in your toilet tank is fresh!

Toilet runs constantly or flushes by itself.

Old Republic Home Protection — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 19:18:00 GMT

A leaking flapper most likely causes both symptoms. This is the round seal in the bottom of the tank connected to the chain for the handle. When you depress the handle, the flapper pops up to allow the water in the tank to rush into the bowl and cause the toilet to flush.

Toilet won't drain well or at all.

Old Republic Home Protection — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 19:17:00 GMT

With the exception of a mainline stoppage, almost all toilet stoppages can be cleared with a plunger!

Kitchen sink, bathroom sink, shower or tub drains slowly.

Old Republic Home Protection — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 19:15:00 GMT

If you have multiple stoppages in the home, (i.e., toilet, sinks, laundry line, or any combination of these) this is considered a "main line" stoppage and requires a plumber. Call our service department for assistance.

Reset the circuit breaker at the sub or main electrical panel.

Old Republic Home Protection — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 19:14:00 GMT

Clean the filter. If filters are dirty, it restricts water flow into the heater. Most heaters have a pressure switch that will not allow the heater to turn on unless the water flow/pressure is sufficient.

There is no power to the equipment. The pool or spa light will not turn on.

Old Republic Home Protection — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 19:12:00 GMT

Reset the circuit breaker at the sub or main electrical panel. Pool/spa equipment should be on its own circuit. There may also be a GFI/GFCI outlet at the equipment. (See electrical section for more information about GFI/GFCI outlets). Be sure it is in the reset position. Spas may also have a designated reset button.

Pool/spa is dirty; filter is not cleaning.

Old Republic Home Protection — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 19:11:00 GMT

Clean the filter. If the filter is dirty, it will cause an increase in pressure that prevents the filter from working properly. Cartridge filters need cleaning approximately every two months. D.E. filters need cleaning two to three times a year.