water heater anode rod
How often should I replace the water heater anode rod and are they pretty much all the same when it comes to purchasing one? Thanks
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zigzagrv wrote:
I have owned my mh for over 12 years and have never replaced the anode rod in my Suburban water heater. I remove it every year when winterizing and there are gelatinous blobs accumulated on it and some minor pitting, but it is still about the same thickness and length of a new one. I have used water from all over the country and it stays in there till I drain it to winterize. I do have a spare rod, but have never seen the need to replace the old one.
Perhaps it was replaced with an aluminum anode rod that lasts longer, but protects less. They aluminum rods are sold at many online sites and local stores with deceptive advertising.
