Posts Tagged: water heater expansion tank

How Long Water Heaters Last

The Plumber’s Guide to Extending Water Heater Life Quick Summary How long water heaters last depends on your water quality and how you maintain it, including flushing out sediment buildup, assessing and replacing the sacrificial anode rod, maintaining the proper temperature settings, pressure controls, and expansion tank. In other words, tank water heaters usually don’t fail simply because they’re “old.” They fail because they’re neglected. I’ve seen water heaters with a six-year warranty last twenty or more years, and a ten-year warranty heater rot out in five. The difference always … Read More