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Why does a hot water heater leak?

Anonymous

∙ 12y ago

Updated: 9/14/2023

Most hot water heaters will develop small leaks around the welds in 10-12 years. Heaters are made of much thinner, cheaper material than they used to be. -The actual wall thickness of a typical water heater today is 1/16 inch, and no interior protection against rusting.

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Can a faulty hot water heater cause you to use more water?

Only if if has a leak.

What is the point of using a hot water heater?

It is a water heater, not a hot water heater. There would be little point in using a hot water heater. I assume that is your point.

Can you clean or repair your hot water heater that is leaking from the bottom?

No. Once a water heater tank leaks there is no fixing it. Just replacing the water heater. And it should probably done as soon as possible, since the potential for a bigger leak to open is very possible.

Why does my hot water heater leak?

1- Excessive pressure=2- defective T&P=3- condensation4- Defective tank

What is really called a water heater or hot water heater?

It's called water heater. There isn't a reason to heat hot water

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