water heaters: What has water, fire, fuel, and toxic gas and is in your home? A hot water heater.
- 03/01/12 03:27 AM
Water heaters are one of those things that no one ever thinks about until it’s broken. They are tucked away in a closet or covered by junk in the garage. Water heaters need regular maintenance just like anything else. These are large tanks of pressurized hot water, connected to a flammable fuel (or high voltage electricity), and heated up by fire that produces carbon monoxide. Ensuring they are operating correctly and preventing problems is extremely important.
Draining a gallon of water out of it every month is a good idea but at least do it once a year. If … (4 comments)
Water heaters are one of those things that no one ever thinks about until it’s broken. They are tucked away in a closet or covered by junk in the garage. Water heaters need regular maintenance just like anything else. These are large tanks of pressurized hot water, connected to a flammable fuel (or high voltage electricity), and heated up by fire that produces carbon monoxide. Ensuring they are operating correctly and preventing problems is extremely important. 
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