A gas water heater is one of the easiest things to use in the home because it often does not need a lot of maintenance. Unless you had a defective unit you should be able to use yours for many years. But if it is leaking badly or failing to provide your family with enough water to shower in the evening, it might be time to call the pros to sort out what might be the issue. We always figure out what needs to be done to restore your hot water supply.