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Sediment Buildup in Water Heaters: What You Need to Know

Mark J. Biel • April 9, 2020

If your home has a hot water heater, it needs a checkup every now and then. In fact, it’s vital that you keep up with the maintenance procedures of your water heater to prevent sediment buildup, which occurs due to the minerals present in your freshwater supply. While this may seem harmless,  heating repair  pros say that sediment can actually spell bad news for you

Here’s everything you need to know about sediment buildup in water heaters.

Why Sediment Buildup Is a Bad Thing

As stated before, sediment buildup in water heaters isn’t something to overlook. One of the reasons why is because if left unchecked, sediment buildup can decrease the performance of your water heater and could even lead to discolored water. 

in addition, the sediment may also contain impurities that can leak into your hot water, and using this water for cooking and drinking can cause health problems for you and your family.

As for the heater itself, meanwhile, sediment buildup can also cause overheating, which can damage the tank’s lining and shorten the water heater’s lifespan.

How to Tell If Your Heater has Sediment Buildup

Luckily for homeowners, there are several ways you can tell if your water heater is suffering from sediment buildup. For instance, you may find yourself suddenly suffering from a shortage of hot water, or the water temperature may begin to fluctuate. Popping and rumbling noises from the tank are also signs of sediment buildup in your water heater.

If you want to be absolutely sure that your water heater is suffering from sediment buildup before you drain it, simply turn to the heating and  air conditioning repair  pros at R.A. Biel Plumbing & Heating for assistance.

How to Deal With Sediment Buildup

There are a number of ways homeowners can deal with sediment buildup. The first is a yearly flushing of your water heater, which helps keep the system efficient while removing buildup in the process. Most water heater units usually come with manuals that can help you accomplish this on your own. However, if you aren’t certain about doing it on your own, you can always contact a plumber to get the job done instead. If you want to prevent this in the future, on the other hand, experts recommend that you keep up with water heater maintenance procedures.

Are you looking for someone who can help you maintain your water heater \? If so, don’t hesitate to turn to R.A. Biel Plumbing & Heating, the leading professionals to approach when it comes to air conditioner installation and maintenance, as well as  drain and sewer repair  services. Give us a call at (505) 327-7755 or fill out our  contact form  to schedule a consultation.

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