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Most people take having hot showers for granted. Generally, it is not until the hot water heater is no longer working properly that people realize its value. The average life expectancy of a gas hot water heater is about twelve years. Electric hot water heaters last twice as long, but are typically much more expensive. With the proper maintenance and care for your unit, you will almost certainly be able to extend its life and get a good few more years out of it. A common problem that occurs in the tanks of water heaters is sediment build up. This build up occurs is particularly common in cities with hard water. The calcium carbonate in the water precipitates out and turns into this sediment that ends up settling at the bottom of the heating unit. Bubbles of steam can then form below the sediment as the water boils, thus causing the noises that water heaters often make when they are in need of repair or a replacement. Another problem resulting from this sediment is that it slows down the water heaters efficiency. By using the drain valve to flush the water heater every year, a homeowner can aid in the prevention of sediment build up. Hot water heaters are typically located in the attic or the garage of a home. The water heater should be turned off prior to any handling of it. With a water heater that is electric, the power at the breaker box should be turned off first. With a water heater that uses gas, the heat adjustment control should be changed to Vacation mode. The cold water valve should then be shut off. You can usually find this value on the right water supply line. A garden hose can then be connected to the drain valve of the tank. Once the valve is opened, the hose will allow the tank to begin draining. The tank will not drain very quickly. Once the tank is drained, the next step is to rid the tank of the debris that is still present. The supply valve to the water heater should be turned on for a few minutes, thereby allowing the water to go through the hose and flush out the tank. Finally, remove the hose and close the drain value. When the tank is filled with water, the heater can be turned back on. Taking the time to remove the sediment is worthwhile in that it truly lengthen the life of a home water heater. Mr. Speedy Plumbing is 24 hour emergency plumbing company serving Los Angeles and Orange County. For more information on Los Angeles plumber Mr. Speedy, please visit http://www.mrspeedyplumbing.com ------------------ ARTICLE END ------------------ [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
