No hot water, a puddle under the tank, or a pilot that won’t stay lit? SkyLimit repairs gas tank and tankless water heaters from Rheem, Bradford White, John Wood, State and other water heater brands. David is a licensed gas fitter. He tests the heater and tells you whether it is worth fixing before any parts are ordered.
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Indirect hot water storage tank replaced
The old tank had corroded and was leaking. A new NTI V-Series indirect tank was installed and checked: no leaks after installation.
Service call $169 (call-out and diagnosis, parts extra). Call 778-892-5119, Monday to Saturday, 9 AM to 9 PM.
One homeowner had been quoted about $1,000 for a new gas valve. David tested it and found no leak. That is why every visit starts with a $169 diagnosis: you get the finding before anything is replaced.
1-year parts and labour guarantee. If a part we supplied or our repair fails within a year, we come back and fix it at no charge. Parts supplied by the customer are not covered.
We don’t run a 24-hour line. We answer Monday to Saturday, 9 AM to 9 PM, and usually call back within 5 minutes. Call 778-892-5119
“Fixed my Hot Water tank that day. From now on he will be our Service Call when needed.” Karla Petre, Google review
Not ready to call? Text a photo of the label and the problem to 778-892-5119, and David will tell you what it looks like before you book.
What is it doing? Check in 30 seconds
Pick the symptom. You get the likely causes, one safe thing to check yourself, and how urgent it is.
Smell gas? Leave the house first, then call FortisBC at 1-800-663-9911 or 911 from outside.
Signs Your Water Heater Needs Attention
- No hot water, or it runs out faster than it used to
- Water around the base of the tank
- Rusty or discoloured hot water
- Popping or rumbling from the tank
- The pilot goes out, or the burner won’t light
- A tankless unit showing an error code
Water around the base is the one not to leave. A leak from a fitting or the relief valve can usually be fixed. A leak from the tank itself usually means the tank needs replacing.
What Happens on a Repair Visit
David checks the gas supply, the pilot and thermocouple or the igniter, the gas valve, the venting, the temperature and pressure relief valve, and the tank or heat exchanger for leaks. Then he explains what failed, what the repair costs and whether it makes sense for a heater of that age. You decide before any work starts.
Repair or replace? Check in 30 seconds
A rule of thumb based on age, breakdowns and price. It isn’t a diagnosis, but it tells you what to ask before you spend money.
Smell gas? Leave the house first, then call FortisBC at 1-800-663-9911 or 911 from outside.
Repair or Replace?
A gas tank heater usually lasts 10 to 15 years. If a thermocouple, igniter, gas valve or relief valve has failed, a repair usually makes sense. If the tank itself is leaking, or the heater is near the end of that range and failing often, replacing it is usually the better spend. David lays out both options with prices.
Installing a New Water Heater
When replacement is the better call, we install gas tank and tankless water heaters. David sizes the heater to your household and the space it goes in, and the gas permit is handled.
A tankless heater heats water only when you use it, so it doesn’t keep a tank hot all day. It costs more to install, and your gas line and venting have to suit it. David can tell you on the visit whether your home is a good fit.
Why Homeowners Call SkyLimit
- The person you call, David, is the one who diagnoses and fixes the heater
- Technical Safety BC licensed gas contractor (LGA0207425)
- 1-year parts and labour guarantee on parts we supply
- 4.9★ on Google from 196 reviews
Smell gas? Leave the house first, then call FortisBC at 1-800-663-9911 or 911.
Older Heaters Welcome
Many of the heaters we see are 10 years old or more. We work on current and older models, and on the brands below.
Have an existing State gas water heater? Our State water heater repair guide explains which model details to send, how leaks and ignition symptoms are assessed, and what to discuss before choosing repair or replacement.