Water Heater Repair in Crestline, OH
Crestline's water comes from three village wells in Ontario and is treated to take out iron and manganese. Since 2023, Richland County handles the village's building and plumbing permits. If your water heater is leaking or cold, call and get a plumber out.
What shapes water heater trouble in Crestline
Well water with iron removed
The village's 2025 water report says Crestline gets its drinking water from three wells at 3348 Milligan Road in Ontario, treated at the plant at 1245 State Route 314 North. The village says the plant is designed to remove iron, manganese and various gases from the raw well water. Iron that gets through can still show up as reddish sediment in a tank, so flushing helps.
In the latest lead and copper round, the 90th percentile was 3.3 ppb for lead and 0.13 ppm for copper, with none of 20 sites over either action level. For water questions, call the Water Treatment Plant at (419) 683-3957.
Half the homes are pre-1960
Census estimates put the median Crestline home at 1960, with about 33% built before 1940 and about 14% since 2000. About 77% are detached houses and about 30% of households rent. Gas heats about 63% of homes, electricity about 30% and propane about 6%.
Richland County handles it
The village says that in 2023 its residential building department was contracted to the Richland County Building Department, and all plumbing oversight is handled by the Richland County Department of Public Health. Building questions go to the county at 419-774-5517 or [email protected]. Zoning certificates are still handled by the village at 419-683-3800.
Safe steps for Crestline homes
- Leaking? Close the cold water valve on top of the tank.
- Turn off the gas valve or the breaker for the heater.
- Gas smell? Leave the house, then call 911 and your gas utility from outside, using the emergency number on your gas bill.
Where we take calls
Crestline, Crawford County, ZIP codes 44827. Not sure your address is covered? Call and we'll check.
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Repair, replacement and emergencies
Water Heater Repair
Gas, electric and tankless repairs, from pilot lights to heating elements.
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No Hot Water
Cold shower this morning? Get the cause found and fixed fast.
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Leaking Water Heater
Water around the tank or a dripping relief valve. Act before it floods.
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Emergency Water Heater Repair
Burst tank, gas smell or water everywhere. Call right away.
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Water Heater Replacement
When repair no longer makes sense, get a new tank or tankless unit.
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Tankless Water Heater Repair
Error codes, lukewarm water and scale buildup on tankless units.
Learn moreCrestline water heater questions
Who issues water heater permits in Crestline?
Richland County. The village contracts residential building work to the Richland County Building Department, and plumbing oversight to the Richland County Department of Public Health.
Where does Crestline's water come from?
Three village wells at 3348 Milligan Road in Ontario, treated to remove iron, manganese and gases.
Why is there reddish sediment in my Crestline water heater?
Iron is one possibility, since the village treats its well water to remove iron and manganese. Flushing the tank clears loose sediment.
Who do I call about Crestline water?
The Water Treatment Plant at (419) 683-3957.
Where these local facts come from
- US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 (via Census Reporter)
- Village of Crestline, 2025 Water Quality Report
- Village of Crestline, Water/Sewer Department
- Village of Crestline, Building & Zoning
Figures are the latest published by each source. Pricing and availability are set by the plumber.
No hot water in Crestline?
Call now for water heater repair or replacement.