Preventing your water heater from Corrosion and Rust

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Preventing your water heater from Corrosion and
Rust
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Electrical elements
When two metals come into contact with one
another, galvanic corrosion can occur. The best
way to prevent this type of corrosion is to
install galvanized unions that feature plastic
nipples on the tank's top.
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Combustion
chambers
The combustion chambers of your gas water heater
should be checked frequently for rust and
corrosion that can cause the heater to fail or
to become unsafe.
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Vent
Pipes
The vent pipes that vent combustible gas from
your water heater and divert it outside of your
home can become problematic. Although you
cannot do any type of maintenance yourself on
these pipes.
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Softened
During the water softening process, hard
minerals are rendered inert or inactive. Most
water softeners use salt which can cause
corrosion and can also cause your anode rods to
become ineffective.
Water
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