Avoid water damage from Water Heaters

5/8/2019 (Permalink)

Many households and businesses forget about hot water heater maintenance until it's too late. Learning ways to maintain your water heater before a water damage event is important. This Old House Magazine published an article written by lance Marques, HVAC contractor, Swezey Fuel Co., sharing 6 easy tips to maintain your hot water heater. 

6 Easy Tops to Maintain your Hot Water Heater:

1. Test the TPR Valve
   
   
2. Check the Anode Rod
   
   
3. Drain the tank and wash out sediment
   
   
4. Adjust the temperature
   
   
5. Insulate the pipes
   
   
6. Insulate the heater

If you are noticing water damage around your hot water heater, call SERVPRO of Cedar Mill / Oak Hills. Our professional technicians specialize in quickly and properly inspecting the water damage, drying out the damp areas, and monitoring and documenting the whole drying process.

The faster you notify us if you experience water damage, the less damage will be sustained. Overall this will reduce the cost of restoration services, and ensure a higher chance of not losing belongings in your home.