The sediment builds in the tank and hurts the heater's efficiency. An annual flush clears the layer and the extends the life.
The off
Turn off the power or the gas to the heater first. hard water is common, and summer heat and shifting soils put pressure on underground lines In Austin, the off is the safety.
The cool
Let the tank cool before you drain the water. hard water is common, and summer heat and shifting soils put pressure on underground lines In Austin, the cool is the safety.
The hose
Attach a garden hose to the drain valve and the run it out. hard water is common, and summer heat and shifting soils put pressure on underground lines In Austin, the hose is the path.
The open
Open the drain valve and the let the sediment flow out. hard water is common, and summer heat and shifting soils put pressure on underground lines In Austin, the open is the drain.
The refill
Close the valve and the refill the tank before the power. hard water is common, and summer heat and shifting soils put pressure on underground lines In Austin, the refill is the order.
The habit
Flush the tank yearly to keep the heater efficient. hard water is common, and summer heat and shifting soils put pressure on underground lines In Austin, the habit is the care.
The call
Flush help? Call 888-217-3585 and Austin Home Plumbing Co will match you with an Austin pro for the service.
Plumbing in Austin: what to know
In Austin, hard water is common, and summer heat and shifting soils put pressure on underground lines. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Travis County — from Manor, Bee Cave and Pflugerville to ZIP codes like 78703, 78705, 78712 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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