What Is a Water Heater Anode Rod and How Does It Work? Anode rods are a long metal rod, usually made from magnesium, aluminum ...

Understanding and maintaining your water heater’s anode rod is essential for prolonging the lifespan of your tank and ensuring consistent performance, just like flushing your tank.

In the latest Home Zone, we're delving deeper into water tank maintenance with a focus on the unsung hero of your water heater system, the anode rod.

Either the installer of your water heater wanted to save a few dollars or was ignorant to how different metals react when water is introduced to them.

Powered rods are the next advancement in anode rods because they produce the ions needed to protect the tank instead of sacrificing the rod.

Water heater manufacturers typically recommend checking the condition of the anode rod once a year. Following the manufacturer's instructions, remove the anode rod and inspect it.

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