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These water heater maintenance tips from Water Heater Repair Raleigh will help ensure ones water heater is running properly, prolong the life of the water heater, and make sure it doesn't blow up!
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Raleigh Preventative Water Heater Repair Tips
These water heater maintenance tips will help
ensure ones water heater is running properly, prolong the life of the water heater, and make
sure it doesn't blow up!
Brought to you byWater Heater Repair Raleigh
Vents
Depending on the type of water heater, the vents need to be routed a specific direction and
need to be the same diameter as the draft diverter. Check to make sure they are intack
and are not wearing out. Backdrafting of dangerous fumes could occur is so.
T & P Valve
It should be checked once a year. Water should flow freely when lifted and stop when
the handle is let go of. They can wear out but are important for they make sure the water
heater does not blow up!
Anode Rod
They will deteriorate over time. Most are aluminum but magnesium ones are safer for health reasons. Consider using magnesium
when it is time to replace them.
Thermostat
Many people suggest turning the temperature setting down to 120 degrees or lower to save money, which is does. However, legionella
bacteria can grow at 120 degrees, so a setting of between 120 and 130 is ideal.
Drain Valve
When draining the water heater tank once a year (hopefully this is a habit for you), make
sure the vavle opens easily. If the tank is not drained, the sediment that develops inside will
make for a noisey water heater eventually.
Combustion Air Openings
It is important to keep the area underneath and around the water heater tank clean and swept. Air is sucked in from the bottom of the tank and
can cause drafting issues if the burner is not burning properly due to debris entering the air
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