Memphis, Tenn. (Feb. 17, 2010) —Water heaters are the unsung heroes of the home – providing warm water for baths, hot water to sanitize dishes and a range of temperatures that make cleaning clothes a breeze. And even though homeowners rely on them to perform their jobs daily, water heater maintenance is something that doesn’t often cross homeowners’ minds… until the “hot” water runs cold.

To help keep hot water heater problems at bay, ARS/Rescue Rooter®, a privately held, nationwide provider of air conditioning, heating and plumbing services, has created an online resource designed to help homeowners better understand their water heaters and plan for proper maintenance. Two basic steps that can improve overall water heater performance include:

• Insulating the water heater tank. This can reduce standby heat losses by 25% to 45% – and save homeowners up to 9% in water heating costs.
• Getting annual check-ups. When performed by professionals who understand water heater problems, this step can help homeowners fix small leaks before they cause major damage, keep the system free of sediment, spot rust, wear and corrosion and ensure that all components are working properly.

For a complete list of water heater maintenance considerations or to schedule an appointment with a local plumbing professional, visit RescueRooter.com.

About ARS/Rescue Rooter

ARS and Rescue Rooter are leading brands of American Residential Services L.L.C., providing air conditioning, heating, indoor air quality, plumbing, drain cleaning and sewer line services across the United States. Based in Memphis, Tenn., American Residential Services L.L.C. has approximately 4,000 employees.

ARS/Rescue Rooter operates a network of more than 60 company operated, locally managed service locations spanning 24 states and the District of Columbia. United by exceptional service, the ARS/Rescue Rooter Network serves both residential and light commercial customers through a knowledgeable team of trained specialists. Providing elevated service and ensuring the highest standards of quality, ARS/Rescue Rooter has the experience to do any job right – the first time.

The company is growing nationwide, both naturally and through acquisitions, with recent acquisitions including: Air-Trol Heating and Air Conditioning of Indianapolis; Atlanta-based Universal Heating and Cooling; Heating and Air Conditioning Services of Boston; and 24/7 Service Corporation of Las Vegas, which operates Yes! Air Conditioning, Yes! Plumbing and Sunset Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning.

American Residential Services L.L.C. is owned by CI Capital Partners LLC, Royal Palm Capital Partners Inc., and management. CI Capital Partners LLC, www.cicapllc.com, is a New York-based private equity firm. Royal Palm Capital Partners Inc., www.rpcp.com, is a private equity investment and management firm and, through its affiliates, the owner of publicly and privately held companies.