When completing house chores, draining your hot water heater is easy to overlook. However, routinely taking out the hot water is crucial. One minor mistake while flushing your heater system is that it may trigger potential leaks and other issues down the line. This is why it is advisable that you save money and time by reaching out to B&D Plumbing at 301-595-1141. This article explains the advantages and importance of water heater flushing.
Importance of Removing Sediment Build-Up
Why is draining your hot water heater necessary? Water heater flushing is the process of eliminating all of the water in the system, draining it, and permitting it to refill again with fresh water. This is a fundamental step of water heater maintenance because it removes sediment buildup.
Moreover, minerals such as calcium will develop on the bottom of your heater over time. Although these minerals are fine to consume, they can harm your plumbing equipment. The minerals will quickly diminish the heater’s heating capacity and prevent it from filling up with water to achieve your basic hot water needs.
The Water Heater Flushing Process
If you flush your heater regularly yearly, you might drain the minerals from the system before they become difficult to eliminate. Draining your hot water heater is a complex process. For instance, ensure no water enters the tank by turning off both the water heater and the cold-water intake valve. After the water in the tank cools down, drain it via a hose from the valve on the side of the tank. This will eventually drain all the water into the tank, and it should turn back on.
Even though this procedure sounds simple, if the water is not adequately flushed, you can still experience leaking water and mold problems. That is why it is advisable to allow a professional to complete the job.
Employ a Professional Plumber
Draining your hot water heater is an imperative item on your home maintenance checklist. Rather than doing all of this yourself, why not call the plumbing experts at B&D Plumbing to complete this essential maintenance simultaneously with a water heater inspection?
Get in Touch With B&D Today!
Dealing with any plumbing concerns that require a professional to step in? Struggling with an absolute plumbing emergency that can’t wait? Let B&D Plumbing know. B&D Plumbing Inc. services the greater Washington D.C. metropolitan area, including Maryland and Northern Virginia. Get in touch with us by calling (301) 595-1141 or follow us on social media including Facebook, X, LinkedIn, and Pinterest. As a small, family-owned business, we understand how important your home is—and we offer exceptional service that matches!
