Water tanks supply fresh drinking water to millions of New Yorkers every day in commercial, residential & municipal buildings. In many buildings, pumps push the water into rooftop tanks for storage until it’s needed. Tanks are typically made from steel, and are prone to corrosion if not maintained properly. In addition to regular maintenance, it’s also a good idea to have your water tank inspected and repaired on a yearly basis to avoid more costly repairs later.

Whether you have a conventional water heater (with a large tank) or a tankless unit, there are several signs that your tank may be on its last leg and need to be replaced:

Leaking Tank
Water leaking from a hot water tank is a clear sign of a serious problem. This can be caused by a clogged drain valve, rusty water tank or sediment that is corroding through the water heater. If you notice a water leak, it’s important to get this fixed right away as it can cause expensive damage to your property and create an environment that’s unsafe for children & pets.

Corroded Tank
Stainless steel water tanks are prone to rust & corrosion, especially in high-pressure & low-pressure situations. Typical repairs like seal fabric replacement or nozzle hot tap repair can be done with the tank in service, but welding, grinding & other forms of hot work require the tank to be completely shut down for safe working conditions.

BIG’s storage tank corrosion/erosion repair services offer durable, long-lasting repairs to welded tank seams & through-wall damage with minimal or no downtime. We use Belzona cold bonded plates & reinforced fiber wraps to restore & seal corroded tanks. water tank repairs near me