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Most people rarely think about their water heater, as long as it keeps working for showers and baths. However, like any piece of equipment, it needs occasional care to continue working properly. To ensure it does, you should have your water heater serviced. By scheduling regular maintenance, you can extend its life span and prevent the need for inconvenient, expensive heater repairs.

How Often Should You Inspect Your Water Heater?

Heater repairYour system should be inspected at least annually to make sure it’s working correctly and head off any incipient problems. Your heater repair technician should flush your tank yearly to remove sediment and contaminants from the tank. This sediment is comprised largely of calcium and other minerals, which accumulate at the bottom of the tank, insulating it and impeding the ability of the burner—located below the tank—to heat the water. The technician should also replace the tank's anode rod, a steel core wire that attracts the corrosive elements in the water to prevent them from eating away at the tank's lining. The anode rod essentially sacrifices itself to extend the life of your heater tank, and replacing it regularly ensures it continues to do so.

When Should You Schedule Heater Repair?

In addition to an annual service, you should call a professional if you notice any changes in your hot water. For instance, if you see rust or smell unpleasant odors, you should have a heater repair technician check the system to determine what's wrong. Likewise, if the heater starts making unusual noises or fails to produce enough hot water, schedule service immediately.

 

Dependable Air Conditioning is the most experienced air and heating service in Russellville, AR. For more than 35 years, they've been making sure Pope County residents have plenty of hot water and comfortable indoor temperatures. Visit their website to send them a message, or call (479) 968-5555 to schedule heat pump, furnace, or heater repair.

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