How to Stop a Leaking Water Heater Before Damage is Done

4/6/2021 (Permalink)

How to Stop a Leaking Water Heater Before Damage is Done

Flooding caused by a leaking water heater can be one of the most aggravating and damaging home disasters you will ever experience.  In addition to the mess caused by gallons of hot water spilling onto your floor, there is also the expense of cleanup and repairs.  If your home has a water heater storage tank, here’s how you can prevent leakage in the first place and turn off the water supply automatically to prevent catastrophic flooding using an automatic water shut off valve should the water heater malfunction.

Avoid Leakage through proper maintenance

The U.S Department of Energy recommends routine maintenance for storage water heaters to keep the unit operating properly and efficiently and to prevent leakage.  Procedures include:

• Flushing a quart of water from the storage tank every three months
• Checking the temperature and pressure valve every six months
• Inspecting the anode rod every three to four years.

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