Lone Star Water Heaters LLC

06/04/2026

💧 Out With the Old, In With the New!
Another water heater changeout complete here in the DFW area — and this homeowner couldn't be happier.
The old unit had seen better days. It had started leaking, and at that point, repairs just don't make sense anymore. Instead of throwing more money at a failing system, the homeowner made the smart call and went with a full replacement.
A leaking water heater isn't something to wait on. What starts as a small drip can quickly turn into water damage, mold, and a much bigger repair bill. When you see moisture or pooling around your unit — that's your sign to call.
Here's what a new water heater means for your home:
✅ No more leaks or water damage risk
✅ Reliable hot water when you need it
✅ Lower energy bills from improved efficiency
✅ Peace of mind with a fresh manufacturer's warranty
Most water heaters last 8–12 years. If yours is leaking, aging out, or just not performing like it used to — don't wait for it to become an emergency.
Lone Star Water Heaters handles water heater replacements all across Richardson, Plano, Garland, Allen, McKinney, Fort Worth, and the greater DFW area. We'll get you taken care of fast, clean, and up to code.
☎️ 888-844-8105 | 🌐 www.lonestarhotwater.com

06/01/2026

⚡ Dead water heater? Don't replace it before you diagnose it.
We just brought an outdoor gas-fired unit back to life with a PCB board replacement — no new unit needed. Our experience told us exactly where to look.
Veteran-owned. Family-operated. We get it right. ⭐
📞 888-844-8105 | www.lonestarhotwater.com
📍 DFW's water heater specialists — available 24/7

05/29/2026

🔥 No Hot Water? Your Tankless Gas Water Heater Might Be Telling You Something.
We got a call this week that we hear more often than you'd think: "We woke up and had zero hot water — and we have a tankless unit. Isn't that supposed to be the reliable one?"
Yes — tankless gas water heaters are incredibly efficient and built to last. But even the best unit on the market will let you down if it isn't maintained. Here's what every North Texas homeowner needs to know.
Why Tankless Units Still Need Regular Maintenance
Tankless water heaters heat water on demand, which means there's no storage tank sitting idle — but there IS a heat exchanger working hard every single time you turn on a hot water tap. Over time, mineral deposits from hard water build up inside that exchanger, restricting flow and forcing the unit to work overtime. In DFW, where hard water is a real issue, this buildup happens faster than most people expect.
When scale gets bad enough, your unit will do one of a few things:
🔸 Trigger an error code and shut itself down completely
🔸 Produce lukewarm water instead of hot
🔸 Fire inconsistently or take much longer to heat
🔸 Spike your gas bill without any obvious reason
That's usually the moment we get the call. And nine times out of ten, it could have been prevented.
What Proper Tankless Maintenance Looks Like
✅ Annual descaling/flushing — A vinegar or descaling solution is run through the unit to dissolve mineral buildup inside the heat exchanger. This is the single most important service you can do.
✅ Inlet filter cleaning — Tankless units have small inlet screens that catch debris from your water supply. When clogged, they restrict flow and can trigger no-hot-water errors.
✅ Burner and venting inspection — On gas-fired units, the burner assembly and exhaust venting need to be checked regularly to ensure safe, efficient combustion.
✅ Error code check — Modern tankless units log fault codes. A quick diagnostic read can catch small issues before they become expensive repairs.
✅ Igniter and flame sensor inspection — If the igniter is dirty or the flame sensor is failing, the unit won't fire — which is exactly the kind of call we responded to this week.
Don't Wait for a Cold Shower to Find Out
A well-maintained tankless gas water heater can last 20+ years. A neglected one? You might be replacing it in 10. Annual maintenance is a small investment that protects a big one.
If your tankless unit is throwing error codes, producing inconsistent hot water, or you simply can't remember the last time it was serviced — give us a call. We service and install tankless gas water heaters throughout the DFW area, including Richardson, Plano, Garland, Allen, McKinney, Fort Worth, and surrounding communities.
📞 888-844-8105
🌐 www.lonestarhotwater.com

05/27/2026

⚡ Is Your Electric Water Heater Giving You Trouble? Here's What You Need to Know.
If your electric water heater is more than 8–12 years old, running out of hot water faster than it used to, or driving up your energy bill — it may be time for a replacement. But before it completely fails, there's one maintenance step that can add years to its life: flushing the sediment.
Here's why it matters more on electric water heaters than most people realize.
Unlike gas units, electric water heaters rely on heating elements submerged directly in the water inside the tank. Over time, minerals from your water supply — especially here in North Texas where hard water is common — settle at the bottom of the tank and coat those heating elements. As the elements heat up and cool down through daily use, that mineral buildup flakes off and accumulates, forcing the elements to work harder, run hotter, and burn out faster.
The result? Higher energy bills, inconsistent water temps, and a water heater that fails years before it should.
Flushing your tank once a year removes that sediment before it becomes a problem. It's one of the simplest things you can do to protect your investment and keep hot water flowing reliably through your home.
Signs it may already be too late for a flush and time for a full replacement:
🔸 Rusty or discolored hot water
🔸 Popping or rumbling sounds from the tank
🔸 Water that never gets fully hot
🔸 Visible rust or moisture around the base of the unit
🔸 Unit is over 10 years old
At Lone Star Water Heaters, we specialize in electric water heater replacement and installation across the DFW area — Richardson, Plano, Garland, Allen, McKinney, Fort Worth, and beyond. We'll help you choose the right unit for your home and get it installed fast, so you're never left without hot water.
📞 Call or text us at 888-844-8105
🌐 www.lonestarhotwater.com

05/20/2026

🔧 Real Talk From a Real Call in North Texas
We got called out recently for a hot water issue — the homeowner had two tandem water heaters and couldn't figure out why things weren't working right.
Turns out the crossover pipe connecting the two units had a leaking Pro Press fitting. Not the first time we've seen this, and it won't be the last.
Our fix? We pulled the Pro Press fittings out entirely and went back to sweat copper. Old school. Reliable. Done right.
When you're dealing with a tandem water heater setup, every connection point matters — and the crossover line is one of the most critical. A small leak there can quietly cause big problems over time.
If your home has two water heaters working together and you're noticing inconsistent hot water, fluctuating pressure, or moisture near the unit — give us a call. That crossover connection is worth a look.
📞 Lone Star Water Heaters serves Richardson, Plano, Garland, Allen, McKinney, Fort Worth, and the surrounding DFW area.
We install it right. We fix it right. That's the Lone Star standard.
☎️ 888-844-8105 | 🌐 www.lonestarhotwater.com

05/20/2026

05/15/2026

⚠️ Gas smell + no hot water from your tankless water heater = do not ignore this.
We get calls on tankless units all the time, and a gas smell paired with a loss of hot water is one of the most important ones to take seriously. That combination can signal a gas line issue, a faulty valve, or a burner problem — none of which are DIY fixes.
Here's what to do if this happens in your home:
🔴 Don't try to relight or reset the unit yourself
🔴 Don't ignore it and hope it clears up
✅ Do shut off the gas supply to the unit
✅ Do ventilate the area
✅ Do call a professional immediately
Tankless water heaters are incredible when they're running right — energy efficient, endless hot water, longer lifespan than a traditional tank. But when something goes wrong with the gas system, you need someone who actually knows these units inside and out.
Lone Star Water Heaters works on tankless water heaters — repairs, diagnostics, and full replacements across the DFW area. Whether you've got a Rinnai, Navien, Rheem, or another brand, we've seen it and we can fix it.
📞 Don't wait on a gas smell. Call or message us today.

💧 Lone Star Water Heaters | DFW's Water Heater Specialists
📍 Serving Richardson, Plano, Garland, Allen, McKinney, Fort Worth & surrounding North Texas communities

05/13/2026

🚨 A leaking water heater isn't just an inconvenience — it's a ticking clock.
We got the call recently from a homeowner dealing with exactly that. Their old unit had been slowly leaking, and by the time we arrived, it was clear: this one wasn't getting patched. It needed to go.
Our team pulled the old water heater, properly disposed of it, and installed a new unit that's fully up to code — correct permits, proper strapping, updated fittings, and a clean professional finish.
Here's what most homeowners don't realize: a water heater that's out of code can void your homeowner's insurance — and a leaking unit can cause mold, structural damage, and sky-high water bills long before it fully fails.
If your water heater is leaking — even just a little — don't wait. That "small drip" has a way of turning into a very expensive problem.
📞 Call or message Lone Star Water Heaters today. We serve homeowners across the DFW area including Richardson, Plano, Garland, Allen, McKinney, and beyond.
Same-day and next-day appointments available. ✅

💧 Lone Star Water Heaters | DFW's Water Heater Specialists
📍 Serving Richardson, Plano, Garland, Allen, McKinney, Fort Worth & surrounding North Texas communities

05/10/2026

💐 Happy Mother's Day from all of us at Lone Star Water Heaters.

Moms do so much — the early mornings, the long days, the endless love poured into every corner of the home.

And honestly? They deserve more than a lukewarm shower.

To every mom in the DFW area — we hope today is full of rest, warm water, and people who appreciate everything you do. 💛

From our family to yours, Happy Mother's Day! 🌸