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Water Heater Repair in Enola, PA

About half of Enola's homes heat with electricity, so many have an electric water heater. Pennsylvania American Water is checking service lines across East Pennsboro Township for lead for free. If your water heater has quit or is leaking, call and get a plumber out.

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Cold in Hot out 1 T&P relief valvedrips from high pressure 2 Anode rodused up, tank rusts 3 Dip tubecracks, hot runs out 4 Sedimenthard water, popping 5 Gas valveno heat, no pilot 6 Pilot & thermocouplepilot keeps going out
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Enola at a glance

What shapes water heater trouble in Enola

51%

of Enola homes heat with electricity

Source: US Census Bureau
46%

of homes are rented

Source: US Census Bureau
36 mo

longest gap allowed between township rental inspections

Source: East Pennsboro Township Code
1969

median year homes were built

Source: US Census Bureau
Homes and fuel

A mostly electric town with gas on some streets

About 51% of Enola homes heat with electricity, 33% with natural gas and 12% with fuel oil. The median home was built in 1969. About 40% are detached houses, 23% are attached and 25% are in buildings with five or more units, so you'll find water heaters in basements, utility closets and apartment mechanical rooms.

PPL's tariff lists East Pennsboro Township in its electric territory, and its rebate site listed $400 for an ENERGY STAR heat pump water heater in October 2026. UGI lists East Pennsboro Township among the areas it supplies with gas. If you smell gas, leave the house, then call UGI at 800-276-2722 or 911 from outside.

Water

Lead line checks and new mains

Pennsylvania American Water supplies Enola. In November 2025 the township police shared the company's notice that crews from CDM Smith would go door to door across East Pennsboro, finding and replacing lead and galvanized service lines at no direct cost to homeowners. Crew members carry ID badges and wear high-visibility vests. You can book a free inspection or ask questions at 717-581-8599, weekdays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

In 2025 the company also announced an $8.9 million project to replace more than 4.5 miles of water main in Cumberland County, and said it had already replaced aged eight-inch iron pipe on High Street in the township. Pennsylvania American Water customer service is at 1-800-565-7292.

Rentals and permits

Township rental inspections and permits

About 46% of Enola homes are rented. Township code requires each rental unit to be inspected at least once every 36 months, and the 2025 fee schedule charges landlords $25 per unit per year. The township enforces the 2006 International Property Maintenance Code. If you rent, tell your landlord about a water heater problem first.

The township says a building permit is required for construction, alteration, replacement, repair and equipment work, among other things. Chief Enforcement Officer Jason Foster is at 717-732-0711, ext. 1219.

Sewer

Old clay pipe in parts of Enola

East Pennsboro's wastewater plant is designed for an average of 4.4 million gallons a day and serves most of the township. Its collection system includes 6-inch terracotta pipe in parts of Enola. The township fixes sewer problems in the public right-of-way, but for problems on private property it tells the homeowner to call a plumber.

Before the plumber arrives

Safe steps for Enola homes

  1. Leaking? Close the cold water valve on top of the tank.
  2. Turn off the gas valve or the breaker for the heater.
  3. Gas smell? UGI serves East Pennsboro Township. Leave the house, then call UGI at 800-276-2722 or 911 from outside.
Service area

Where we take calls

Enola, Cumberland County, ZIP codes 17025. Not sure your address is covered? Call and we'll check.

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Services in Enola

Repair, replacement and emergencies

Plumber using a pipe wrench on the gas line of a tank water heater

Water Heater Repair

Gas, electric and tankless repairs, from pilot lights to heating elements.

Learn moreHot water running with steam from a copper kitchen faucet after a water heater repair

No Hot Water

Cold shower this morning? Get the cause found and fixed fast.

Learn moreTank water heater leaking water from its base onto a basement floor

Leaking Water Heater

Water around the tank or a dripping relief valve. Act before it floods.

Learn morePlumber's tool bag, pipe wrenches and copper fittings beside a water heater

Emergency Water Heater Repair

Burst tank, gas smell or water everywhere. Call right away.

Learn morePlumber wheeling a new tank water heater through a home hallway on a hand truck

Water Heater Replacement

When repair no longer makes sense, get a new tank or tankless unit.

Learn moreWall-mounted tankless water heater with copper and brass water and gas lines

Tankless Water Heater Repair

Error codes, lukewarm water and scale buildup on tankless units.

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Questions

Enola water heater questions

Is my Enola water heater gas or electric?

Probably electric. About 51% of Enola homes heat with electricity and 33% with gas. The label on the heater will tell you.

Is Pennsylvania American Water replacing lead lines in Enola?

Yes. It is checking East Pennsboro Township for lead and galvanized service lines and replacing them at no direct cost. Call 717-581-8599 to book a free inspection.

How often are Enola rentals inspected?

At least once every 36 months under township code. The 2025 fee is $25 per unit per year.

Who is the gas company in Enola, PA?

UGI lists East Pennsboro Township in its supply regions. If you smell gas, leave first, then call UGI at 800-276-2722 or 911 from outside.

Sources

Where these local facts come from

Figures are the latest published by each source. Pricing and availability are set by the plumber.

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