A cold shower is a rough way to start the day. When your water heater stops keeping up, R.A. Dobson gets it working again quickly. We have served Sterling and Northern Virginia families since 1975, and our licensed technicians diagnose water heater problems fast, explain what is happening in plain language, and give you an honest price before any work begins.
From no hot water to leaks and strange noises, we repair gas and electric tank water heaters of every major brand and get your home back to normal.
Some water heater issues are a quick fix, and others are a warning sign. Here is what to watch for:
• No hot water, or it runs out far too quickly
• Water that never gets hot enough
• Water pooling or dripping around the base of the tank
• Rumbling, popping, or banging sounds from the tank
• Rusty, brown, or cloudy hot water
• A rotten-egg or metallic smell from the hot tap
• The pilot light will not stay lit
• A tank that is 10 or more years old and acting up
Repair or replace? A bad thermostat, heating element, or thermocouple is usually a straightforward repair. But if the tank itself is leaking, that is almost always a sign the tank has corroded through, and replacement is the safe call. We will tell you honestly which situation you are in — and if a new unit makes more sense, our water heater installation page walks through your options.
A few common questions. How fast can you come out? We prioritize no-hot-water calls and often help the same day. Is a leaking tank an emergency? A small drip can turn into a flood, so shut off the water supply to the heater and call us. Do you service tankless units too? Yes — we work on both tank and tankless systems.
• Family-Owned Since 1975 — three generations serving Sterling and Northern Virginia
• Licensed Plumbing Professionals — VA license #2701017843
• Fast, Priority Response — we move no-hot-water homes up the schedule
• Honest, Upfront Pricing — a clear price before we start
• Gas and Electric, All Brands — our technicians repair every major make
• 4.8-Star Rated across 173 Google reviews from your Northern Virginia neighbors
Serving Sterling, Ashburn, Leesburg, Herndon, Reston, Chantilly and all of Northern Virginia. Explore our full water heater services, and if a replacement makes more sense, see our water heater installation page, or request service now.
