Water Heater Noise
Strange thing - We are parked in an RV park with full hook-ups so we are connected to outside water and elec (sewer too) so our 12 gal Suburban water heater is on electric and has been for almost a we...
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Johnadam wrote:
If popping noises persist, consult a plumbing contractor regarding replacement of the anode rod in the tank. Anode rods are designed to attract minerals and can deteriorate over time. Ineffective anode rods allow excessive buildup of minerals, leading to popping noises and other problems.Replace a deteriorated anode rod with a collapsible anode rod that allows installation in water heater closets without removing the tank.
RV water heaters that use an anode rod (Suburban Brand ONLY) have the anode rod as part of drain plug.........no professional plumber needed, no removal of tank needed........just remove drain plug/anode rod clean it up with a wire brush, flush water heater tank and re-install drain plug/anode rod.
IF it's a Suburban Brand WH (Atwood Brand nt use anode rods)
No need to replace anode rod until it has deteriorated 75%
