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Is it time for a water heater tune-up at your home? Many homeowners overlook this crucial maintenance task, but having a professional inspect and service your water heater annually is essential for keeping it running smoothly. Regular water heater maintenance is a smart investment that delivers numerous benefits.

Benefits of Water Heater Maintenance

Once you experience the advantages of maintaining your water heater, you’ll never want to skip this service again! Here’s what you can expect when you choose ABC Plumbing, Air & Heat for water heater maintenance:

• Optimized performance: A plumber can improve your water heater’s efficiency by removing sediment buildup from the tank bottom.
• Reduced water heating costs: When your water heater operates more efficiently, you’ll enjoy hot water at a lower cost.
• Fewer breakdowns: A well-maintained water heater is less likely to malfunction or create safety hazards, ensuring reliable hot water and peace of mind for your family.
• Extended lifespan: Preventing corrosion through regular maintenance helps your water heater last longer, saving you money on replacement costs down the road.

Start benefiting from water heater maintenance today! Call 813-452-5952 or contact ABC Plumbing, Air & Heat online to schedule water heater maintenance in the Tampa Bay area!

How To Maintain Your Water Heater

While your water heater needs professional attention once a year, you should maintain it on your own between visits. Here’s how to get the most from your water heater:

• Test the temperature and pressure relief (TPR) valve for proper operation every couple of months. If it doesn’t open and close freely, have it replaced.
• Drain several gallons of water from the tank every six months to slow the buildup of minerals that can lead to performance issues.
• Lower the temperature to 120 degrees Fahrenheit from the standard 140 degrees. This increases efficiency and reduces the risk of being scalded at the tap. (Just don’t go below 120 degrees or you risk microbial growth in the tank.)

What Does a Professional Water Heater Tune-Up Include?

Performing maintenance tasks yourself is a good starting point, but you should also hire a professional once a year to carry out a more in-depth water heater tune-up. Here’s what we’ll do in a professional water heater maintenance visit:

• Flush the tank thoroughly to remove all sediment buildup.
• Check the pilot light, if applicable.
• Inspect the heating elements on electric models.
• Inspect the burners and flue on gas models.
• Test the thermostat.
• Insulate the tank and incoming/outgoing water pipes at the homeowner’s request. This reduces standby heat loss, helps water heat up faster at the tap, and increases efficiency.
• Check for a corroded anode rod and replace it as necessary.
• Replace the TPR valve when needed.
• Answer any questions you have about using your water heater efficiently.

Has it been more than a year since your last water heater tune-up? If so, contact ABC online for water heater maintenance at your home!

Schedule Your Water Heater Flush Service

If it’s been over a year since your water heater received professional maintenance, we recommend scheduling a tune-up service at your earliest convenience. Our team will work around your schedule to ensure the timing of our visit works well for you.

Simply sit back and relax while our reliable plumbers maintain your water heater at an upfront price, backed by our worry-free guarantee.

With water heater maintenance and other plumbing services from ABC Plumbing, Air & Heat, you’ll never have to worry about running out of hot water again!

Call ABC Plumbing, Air & Heat today at 813-452-5952 to schedule a water heater flush and inspection in the Tampa Bay area.

The original article titled Water Heater Maintenance in the Tampa Bay Area | ABC Plumbing, Air & Heat was first published at https://www.4abc.com/fl/plumbing/water-heaters/water-heater-maintenance/

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