Water Heater Flush
Maintain efficiency and extend the life of your water heater with professional flushing service.
Why Flush Your Water Heater?
Water heater manufacturers recommend flushing sediment from your storage type water heater periodically. How often your model needs to be flushed depends upon the quality of the water in your area. Areas with high mineral content will have to flush more often.
Walker Plumbing recommends that your water heater be flushed once a year at a minimum. If you have really hard water, you might want to consider flushing your water heater twice a year.
What is Sediment, and Why is it a Problem?
The sediment is sand or other grit from a well, or any other material that has gotten into the municipal water mains. Sediment can also come into your home after the water company flushes out their lines.
If you have noticed bad odors coming from your water; smells like sulfur or rotten eggs, it could be bacteria inside the hot water holding tank.
Over time, your heater can accumulate this sediment consisting of sand, gravel, grit, and various mineral deposits. This buildup can reduce the amount your water heater holds, create a variety of interesting noises, and reduce the efficiency of your unit. The buildup of sediment at the bottom can harden and sometimes clog the drain valve.
Reduced Capacity
Sediment buildup can reduce the amount of hot water your heater holds, leaving you with less when you need it most.
Strange Noises
Sediment accumulation can create a variety of interesting noises as the heater works to heat water through the buildup.
Reduced Efficiency
The buildup of sediment at the bottom can harden, reducing the efficiency of your unit and increasing energy costs.
Clogged Drain Valve
Over time, hardened sediment can sometimes clog the drain valve, making maintenance more difficult and costly.
Schedule Your Flush Today
Don't wait until sediment causes problems with your water heater. Schedule a professional flush with Walker Plumbing today. Our experienced technicians will thoroughly flush your system, remove built-up sediment, and ensure your water heater is operating at peak efficiency.
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Call (602) 555-0100Send MessageKey Benefits
- Extends water heater lifespan
- Improves heating efficiency
- Prevents drain valve clogs
- Eliminates bad odors
- Maintains water quality
- Recommended annually
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