You can also open a hot water tap in your home (such ... to heat up and check for any leaks around the drain valve. While draining a water heater is a relatively simple task, there are situations ...

Open a hot water faucet closest to the water heater, preferably on an upper floor, and the water heater drain valve. Let the tank drain until sediment clogs the valve and reduces the flow.

Most homeowners don’t think about their water heater until the hot water runs out. But behind the scenes, this single appliance is doing far more than just keeping your showers warm. From energy usage ...