You never realize how much you rely on hot water until you don't have it. When a water heater stops working, it's easy to assume you need a new one. But that's not always the case. Some water heater problems can be repaired, while others are a pretty clear sign that replacement is the better investment. At Steve Ray Plumbing, our first step is figuring out what's actually wrong. We've helped customers who thought they needed a new water heater but had a repairable problem. We