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I've lived in one house or another my entire life and no one has ever mentioned to me that you're supposed to flush your water heater at least once a year. I know my parents never did it. Does everyone know to do this?

 

 

 

 

What other things am I supposed to do around the house?

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I've lived in one house or another my entire life and no one has ever mentioned to me that you're supposed to flush your water heater at least once a year. I know my parents never did it. Does everyone know to do this?

 

 

 

 

What other things am I supposed to do around the house?

Once a year drain the tank. Follow manufactors instructions.
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Yes and no.

 

First off, it depends on the water heater. If you've got some $300 model, I wouldn't worry about it.

 

If you're on well water with PSI below 80 and you have a water softener, you don't have to do it every year.

 

If you're on municipal water where you've got PSI greater than 80 and your water isn't conditioned, it wouldn't hurt.

 

There are some nice videos on Youtube on how to safely flush a water heater. To be honest, the biggest question is whether you have a drain or sump pit nearby to run the hose to.

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