George Cunningham Handyman Services

Is your water heater working harder than it has to? 🚿

​Most homeowners don’t realize that over time, minerals and sediment build up at the bottom of your water heater tank. This "sludge" creates a barrier between the heating element and the water, meaning your unit has to run longer and hotter just to give you a warm shower.

​Why you should drain it once a year:
​Lower Bills: It restores heating efficiency.
​Quiet Operation: Stops those "popping" or "banging" noises (that's actually steam bubbles bubbling through sediment!).
​Longevity: Prevents the bottom of your tank from corroding and leaking.

​Pro-Tip: If you’ve never done this and your heater is more than 10 years old, give a professional a call first—older valves can sometimes be tricky to reseal!

​Have you checked your water heater lately, or is it making some strange noises? Let me know in the comments! 👇

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