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Much like changing your car’s oil, a water heater needs regular maintenance for top performance. A water heater flush clears out sediment and minerals such as calcium and lime, which could impede your ...

No one likes standing around waiting for hot water, especially first thing in the morning. If it takes forever to get warm water flowing through your taps, sediment buildup in your water heater could ...

Q: We just moved into our house and have no idea what shape the water heater is in. I’ve been told it’s a good idea to drain it periodically, but what steps do I need to take to flush it? A: You ...

Flushing your water heater removes sediment that causes inefficiency, higher bills, and potential damage. Most experts recommend flushing once a year—or every six months if you have hard water or ...

Generally, if you have a water heater that is approaching the end of its lifespan or you live in an area with hard water ...

Homeowners, have you flushed your water heater tank lately? A plumber recently took to TikTok to lay out the uncomfortable reality of what can happen when that maintenance is neglected for too long.

Much like changing your car’s oil, a water heater needs regular maintenance for top performance. A water heater flush clears out sediment and minerals such as calcium and lime, which could impede your ...

Draining your water heater is a key home maintenance task you won’t want to ignore. We talked to experts to learn how often you should drain your water heater.