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I have hot running water again in my house. It was a novel experience, heating water on the stove one morning and washing my hair in the kitchen sink, but I'm glad I don't have to do that all the time. And while washing oneself with cold water is possible... the cold water that comes out of the faucets in winter is dang cold.
Water Heater Maintenance notes
- Periodically open the drain valve and allow the water to run until it flows clean; this will
help prevent sediment build-up in the tank.
- Water heaters contain a sacrificial anode rod to protect the tank from corrosion. Instead of corroding the tank, water ions attack and eat away the anode rod. The rod must be maintained to keep the tank in operating condition. Replacement of a depleted anode rod can extend the life of your water heater. At a minimum, the rod should be inspected annually after the warranty period.
More info on this here.
Water Heater Maintenance notes
- Periodically open the drain valve and allow the water to run until it flows clean; this will
help prevent sediment build-up in the tank.
- Water heaters contain a sacrificial anode rod to protect the tank from corrosion. Instead of corroding the tank, water ions attack and eat away the anode rod. The rod must be maintained to keep the tank in operating condition. Replacement of a depleted anode rod can extend the life of your water heater. At a minimum, the rod should be inspected annually after the warranty period.
More info on this here.