Two weeks ago, my storage water heater promptly stopped working for no reason. The wall switch still shows a lit LED, which meant that the problem likely lies with the storage heater itself – but exactly which component that is faulty, there is no idea of knowing. Could be the heating element. Or thermostat?
Made a call to Ariston who promptly arranged their contracted plumber to come by and take a look. A physical check cost me $60. Upon examination, it was determined that the thermostat was spoilt – another $80 to replace it on the spot.
Well, what to do? Bad luck cost us $140 this time. As our home exceeds five years in age, appliances are starting to fail once in a while. Just four months ago, our 40-inch TV started having display issues – another couple of hundred bucks gone there.
First, it was the TV. Then, it was the storage ......