The anode rod protects the tank from the corrosion. Replacing the worn rod extends the heater's life.
The anode
The anode rod draws the corrosion away from the tank walls. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Amherst Town, the rod is the sacrifice.
The check
Inspect the rod every few years for the wear. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Amherst Town, the check is the habit.
The shutoff
Turn off the power and the water to the heater first. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Amherst Town, the shutoff is the safety.
The access
The rod sits under the top cap or the side plate. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Amherst Town, the cap is the access.
The remove
Loosen the rod with the breaker bar and the pull it out. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Amherst Town, the pull is the remove.
The install
Thread the new rod in and the refill the tank. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Amherst Town, the install is the fix.
The call
Anode replacement? Call 888-217-3585 and Amherst Town Plumber Connect will match you with an Amherst Town pro for the service.
Plumbing in Amherst Town: what to know
In Amherst Town, freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Hampshire County — from Northampton, Easthampton and Holyoke to ZIP codes like 01003, 01002, 01035 — 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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