Serving Ephraim, 84627

Water Heater Repair in Ephraim, UT

Ephraim's water comes from thirteen springs and three wells, and about half of households here rent. If your water heater is leaking or cold, call and get a plumber out.

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Ephraim at a glance

What shapes water heater trouble in Ephraim

city water sources: 13 springs and 3 wells

Source: Ephraim City

50%

of Ephraim households rent

Source: US Census Bureau

4.5 ppb

90th percentile lead at Ephraim taps, 2025

Source: Ephraim City

1996

median year Ephraim homes were built

Source: US Census Bureau

Water

Springs and wells

Ephraim City's 2025 drinking water report says the city supplies groundwater from thirteen springs and three wells, and its sources have a low level of susceptibility to contamination. In 2025 the city took lead and copper samples at 20 locations, which it does every three years. The 90th percentile was 4.5 ppb for lead and 0.166 ppm for copper, with no sites over the action levels. Sodium ranged from 6.83 to 61 ppm and sulfate from 21 to 71 ppm. For water testing questions call the city at 435-283-4631.

Homes

Newer homes, many renters

Census estimates put the median Ephraim home at 1996. About 13% were built before 1940 and about 46% since 2000. About 66% are detached houses, about 17% are in buildings with five or more units and about 50% of households rent. Gas heats about 85% of homes and electricity about 12%. If you rent, check with your landlord before calling about the water heater.

Permits

City zoning first, then the county

The Sanpete County Building Department takes building permit applications online, and for properties inside city limits, zoning approval from the city comes first. Ephraim's office is at 5 S Main Street, 435-283-4631.

Before the plumber arrives

Safe steps for Ephraim 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? If your home has gas or propane and you smell it, leave the house and call 911 and your gas supplier from outside.