How To Get Rid of Smelly Hot Water - Easy Fix!

[@SSLFamilyDad]

You can get the Anode rod here - amzn.to/3daEoOP

[@victoriaheuman8853]

Thanks just went to Amazon and purchased one!

[@CelticBadBoyPoet7]

i Worked in The Oil Patch For Like 13 Years & Usually That Smell is From H2S From Hydraulic Fracking...do U Have Oil or Gas Wells Nearby?

[@corro-protec]

@@CelticBadBoyPoet7 this is true only if the smell is coming from the cold water. Corro-Protec anode will only get rid of the smell in the hot water created by a bacteria.

[@cecilshearon9437]

@@CelticBadBoyPoet7 you have to be happy

[@KTHKUHNKK]

Excellent very nicely done

[@TimPeachey]

Followed this recommendation and solved a nasty odor in our hot water. The bad odor is completely gone.

[@corro-protec]

🤩

[@10469]

Just got my rod yesterday.. will be hooking it up next week, Makes us happy to get rid of the smell.

[@angelaanderson5360]

I am so glad you are able to solve these issues yourself.

[@flick22601]

Never heard of these before. Sounds like the solution to my smell problem.

[@jonathanb.9150]

Thank you. I replaced our anode rod with an aluminum rod and that didn’t help. A plumber suggested this electric rod. Glad to hear it works for y’all and here’s hoping it works for us too

[@mvinci145]

If your cold water smells also it might be bacteria in the well. Chlorine treatment if that’s he issue

[@thatminnesotaguy]

Hey I appreciate the video I just bought a home and moved into it yesterday took my first shower last night and couldn’t believe how bad the water smelled at least thanks to you now I know exactly why

[@glammedbynatalia]

We are having the same issue on new home not only smell so bad but it’s very slimy 😩

[@jonweber98]

I installed one of these powered anode rods two years ago and have never had rotten egg smell since.

[@EmilyTienne]

Is your power bill way up?

[@silverclouds3725]

@@EmilyTienne I lookef one up, and it only used 5 watts. At average US power rates, even if it ran 24/7, you're talking about maybe $1/month? Somebody correct me if I'm wrong?

[@earllutz2663]

Thank you. My hot water also smells. Now I believe that I can fix it, Thanks to your video.

[@john2510]

Very timely. We just moved into a house with this issue. Identifying the tools, with links, is a huge help. An article I read suggested trying a cleanse with peroxide first.

[@SSLFamilyDad]

The cleanse won’t hurt but is really unnecessary

[@john2510]

@@SSLFamilyDad I did this project yesterday. Genuinely a life-changing difference. Thanks so much for your guidance and encouragement. I had to use a cheater bar, and reached one point where I'd concluded it wasn't going to budge, even with that. I kept going, mainly out of anger and frustration, and it eventually gave. I went ahead and poured 3 pints of peroxide in, while I had the rod out, which I later drained - so it wouldn't get into the septic system. I had access to a free aluminum rod, so I used it as the replacement. The water heater is 17-18 years old, so I figured I'm good for the remaining life of the tank. My neighbor had bought the rod and then couldn't get the old one out. He dosed his system with peroxide through a filter as temporary fix, which he says has worked so far. I was amused to find the previous owners had left behind an estimate for a new purification system that included a sulfur treatment module. $8,000.00. It's questionable whether that would have done anything at all to help the problem (since it would be before the water heater in the system). The appropriate solution turned out to be free. Thanks again. I enjoy all of your videos. I'm picking up chicks in a couple of weeks for the first time and have appreciated your videos on that topic as well.

[@googleuser868]

Just replaced mine. 20 volt DeWalt impact wrench made for easy removal. Added a half cup of bleach before reassembly filled tank and let the hot water run through all the fixtures until I could smell bleach. Let it set a couple hours then flushed out the tank and lines. My anode wasn't corroded much. Just a few small divets. Maybe an eight of an inch in diameter. It's the original that came with the house 30 years ago. Probably didn't need replacement but put a new aluminum anode in. Guess we'll know in a couple weeks if this cured the issue of smelly hot water.

[@xkickzyt]

@@googleuser868 did it get rid of the smell? We're currently having issues with it stinking and want to fix it. thanks

[@michaelvoorhees5978]

@@googleuser868 and a year later.... no update

[@bwj999]

Good one tho in my experience at this point it may make sense to just replace the water heater. One tip, after turning the water on, always flush from a Tub faucet first - they don’t have a filter or screen to clog.

[@adamkinnaman6889]

You just eased my anxiety. Recently inherited my Grandparents house, it's quite large with 3 full size hot water heaters on different ends of the house. Turned on the hot water today in a downstairs bathroom and it was smelly and grey. Who knows when the last time this hot water tank has been used. No problems upstairs. Not sure which tank feeds what yet. Think I'll just flush all 3 and get 3 of these rods.

[@adamkinnaman6889]

to add, it's well water, northern VA.

[@Yutani_Crayven]

Pipes of all kinds and plumbing is always interesting. It looks so simple but there are always so many things at play that you have to look out for. And it's so satisfying to see every piece come together.

[@rlicon1970]

I'm a licensed plumber and a 55255 in the USAF. You would not believe how many times I went on a service call to either repair or save someone's house because theft thought plumbing was easy. I'm always nice to them because they already feel bad about it.

[@ericsumnicht7829]

Awesome job Pastor Todd. Well structured, nicely filmed, stayed on topic. You are getting really good at production and editing too!!! 👍

[@timwagner9170]

Very good information!!! Tks. I would have liked to see the new rod in full length?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

New rod is about 12"

[@pyzik200]

We just bought a house in the Irish hills on 5 acres and the water was sooo bad! We went a step further and had an iron remover installed as well. Also, the pistons were bad on the softener which was doing nearly nothing. Water is great now though.

[@Brunoinski]

I used a 1 1/16 socket and a 2 foot breaker bar to remove the anode rod, and a 1 3/16 socket for the new one

[@mikewetzel1162]

Thanks for taking all the time to do such a goood job explaining all this; ;much appreciated. Hope you do well here.

[@elainejohnson6866]

Thank you I have never heard of this before!!😀💜 Also, thank you for the scripture verse at the end

[@SSLFamilyDad]

You are so welcome!

[@Finijtzu]

It's been three years. Is that electric anode still working?

[@bbhoustontx]

Excellent! Thanks for that informative video.

[@edjovi3677]

as lic plumber you have a drafting problem the top the heater melted from back drafting

[@whosit2u]

would that same sitch work with a super stor, which is an indirect water heater?

[@Majeskty]

I used a 18v Ryobi 1/2 impact wrench with deep well impact socket and took a couple try and then it broke it loose in less than a minute. I then installed the same electric replacement, which you need a larger socket. Why they didn’t make the head the same size? But no you have to purchase a different socket, dang-it! I had only about 8 inches of a 4 ft anode rod when removed on our 14 year old water heater (didn’t know about such until I saw KZbin video, educated) Only installed for about 5-6 months we shall see how it goes for longevity and protects the water tank for hopefully another 10+ years. Plumber’s I called talked about the same or similar product they would install. Nice video to explain the removal and replacement process!

[@yefricanales5275]

how has it been working out for you? seems like i have the same problem

[@yefricanales5275]

how has it been working out for you? seems like i have the same problem

[@Majeskty]

@@yefricanales5275 Thus far as I can tell it is working. I never had any odor or taste issues before and since the water was getting on with age, attempting to avoid any issues and get some more life out of the Hot Water Tank. Thanks for asking!

[@selador11]

Didn't have the metric socket? Good thing you had the metric crescent wrench!!!

[@Yutani_Crayven]

Metric crescent sounds like some kind of wrestling move lol

[@DavePuckett]

@@Yutani_Crayven Ahh yes, I got one of those wrenches at the same store I purchased my board stretchers. :-)

[@nnaheim.]

🦆

[@michaelvoorhees5978]

I've gotta get me one!! I keep forgetting

[@marshallborder9089]

Guess we've never had this problem , nice to know tho. Thanks

[@ncangie]

I'm having issues with a smell only when hot water is on, but it went from smelling like eggs to another musky smell I can't explain. I'm assuming it's hot water tank, but also our water softener hasn't been working right either. Do you also treat your well or have the water tested?

[@joshsweedyk6798]

I recently just installed a new water heater and am having a problem with smelly hot water. I’m having trouble seeing the ano rod would be bad already. Any suggestions?

[@jimlashbrook5429]

Hint... Don't drain the water out until you crack the rod loose. The empty tank won't stay put.

[@mw5905]

cordless impact👍

[@bob_frazier]

Thanks Jim!

[@39Easywind]

Excellent tip Jim!

[@MAB1907]

100% right !!!

[@ch08532]

Don't need to completely drain the tank. A couple gallons is all you need.

[@andylaberge9736]

Thank you, great explanation! Wish I knew how it works

[@silentofhell47]

Question what about with a new water heater that continually has bad odor?

[@Herbie11]

Old sock in there or someone actually tried boiling eggs in it at the factory.

[@MrJesus4194]

What about if your radiant heating boiler heats up your hot water on demand instead of having a hot water tank?

[@nmccw3245]

My anode rod did not want to break free with a breaker bar. Ended up using an impact wrench - took about three seconds to break free. 👍🏻

[@coleen8214]

What is the process for an electric water heater, AO Smith? I will do this myself and want to make sure I do this correctly.

[@WoogieboogieOG]

Also adding 1 to 1/2 cup bleach to your softener brine tank helps with the smell as well. Some hard water has a bacteria that eats iron and causes the smell.

[@christophe3281]

I used a whole house auto backwash air injector with a katalox filter media. Hot water smells fresh. Cold water tastes great

[@shirleyk623]

I can't believe how many people use hot water out of the faucet for recipes. If they only knew what lurks at the bottom of a water heater they wouldn't do it. Just like you said about the sediment mixing up in the water heater when you were flushing it. Yuck. I flush my water heater 2 times a year to get that sediment out.

[@greensnapper1602]

good tips buddy How you been sir ? Glad to see you Hope family is good to and well Thanks

[@SSLFamilyDad]

Been doing good over here! Thanks for asking

[@Rich-p6k]

If my hot water heater has 3 anodes, do I need to replace all 3 with 3 powered anode rods? Or can I install 1 powered anode rod and leave the other 2 out?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

Your hot water heater does not have 3 anodes. You probably have an electric water heater which has 2 heating elements and one anode rod on the top

[@Rich-p6k]

@@SSLFamilyDad Hey thanks for such a quick reply. I went back to my owners manual to double check and it says "This water heater is equipped with multiple sacrificial anodes." And when i look at the parts diagram, there are 3 anodes shown. i thought that was crazy too. It is a gas, indirect fired Bradford White water heater. In your opinion, do you think 1 powered anode rod would do the trick? And is it possible to just leave the other 2 anodes out? Thanks again for your help.

[@corro-protec]

You can replace only one of the anode with a Corro-Protec anode and let the other one in. It will work perfectly !

[@vanislerider7311]

I have cut my anode rod off and that fixed the problem, this was suggested by a plumber. I changed the tank out after 15 years of use.

[@scottnickum9315]

No rod in the tank means that you were actually allowing the lining of the wall of the tank to brake down faster. Instead of attacking the rod it now attacks the coating on the inner tank. It shortens the life of the tank without a rod in the tank.

[@vanislerider7311]

@@scottnickum9315Yes, that's what I''ve been told, however my practical experience is the tank was in service for 15 years in my home and was then has been used in our barn. Hasn't died yet.

[@fattysgarage1754]

I installed an electric anode rod in 2014 in my 6 year warranty tank. 9 years later, no smell and tank is like new. These absolutely work. Buy the cheaper warranty model and change it immediately. The only difference between a tank with a 6 year warranty or a 12 year warranty is how many anode rods and thickness of them it has. Mine was a different brand but I don’t remember the name of it.

[@corro-protec]

Thank you for your positive feedback on powered anode rod!

[@bebasan8198]

Please explain how can you test new power anode rod tehnical validy now and after few years .Best regards

[@corro-protec]

Impressed Current Cathodic Protection (ICCP) is a proven technology that’s been around for decades. It’s widely used in industries where corrosion prevention is critical, like on pipelines, ships, bridges, and even underground tanks. By using a small, controlled current, ICCP effectively stops corrosion by neutralizing the electrochemical reactions that cause it. Corro-Protec brings this same reliable, tested technology to residential water heaters, offering homeowners a long-lasting solution for protecting their tanks.

[@iTapia93]

I got a new water heater about 2 months ago and I started smelling bad, do you think is the rod? The smell only comes out on hot water but is hard to believe the rod is bad already within 2 months

[@silverclouds3725]

Same here!! Pretty new tank but wow, the smell from my water heater could raise blisters on a brick wall!!! Never had a problem with my old heater...

[@sarahharris-prewett8035]

Oh my goodness, Thank you so much for posting this. i need to know this.

[@pogo3751]

Thank you, the water makes me vomit so thank you for a solution.

[@sarahbrown4355]

Townhouse electric water heater has " small leak" per maint man. Hot decided stop working. He came out band-aiding it( young guy)Ordered part. I told them both hot and cold runs yellow smells like rust or something burning when I shower x2 wks now.All the faucets run with a yellow tint. Happens to be a leak in the ceiling downstairs next to the electric heater. He claimed it was the upstairs restroom faucet. Still waiting for a part I'm concerned with the taste and the rusty that were ingesting and the lack of concern with them. Should I be worried

[@scottjennette4876]

Thank u my friend for the good info

[@anthony2816]

If I don't have the problem of rotten-egg-smelling water, should I install one of these powered anode rods anyway?

[@chizo5097]

Nice video just one question are those universal size or do I need any specific information about the water heater to get the proper one

[@corro-protec]

Use the link in the description and our listing will guide you! We have 5 different models to fit your needs.

[@rhythm28]

I don't have a well, we have municipal/city water but still get the rotten egg smell. Will this rod resolve the issue?

[@jonbarski938]

great job.love it keep em coming...

[@kimnelligan9820]

That was very educational thank you

[@joelglotfelty1958]

I have an electric hot water tank. Would this be the same fix?

[@augustreil]

Yes, just shut the breaker off beforehand.

[@joelglotfelty1958]

@@augustreil thank you!

[@augustreil]

@@joelglotfelty1958, You're welcome.

[@genghismike6186]

Great video - how long is a Anode rod usually? just making sure i have some clearance in my ceiling

[@bertusdebeer1]

Awesome, Thanks Man 😎

[@andyscott3099]

I am having this issue with a brand new heater. Is there another method, or even if new does it need replacing? Thanks

[@SSLFamilyDad]

Even if it is new, same issue, try the powered anode rod

[@mattjewell5508]

Great informative video but I am trying to get my head around a few things. The whole purpose of a sacrificial anode rod is to be the “thing” where corrosion occurs rather than the glass-lined steel tank. In order for this to occur the sacrificial anode rod must be a lower galvanic material than the steel tank (ie magnesium or aluminum). The device you have installed is titanium which is much higher than steel. I get that it’s electrified using electrolysis but it still seems to me that the steel tank will corrode prematurely. I really REALLY want to trust that this device is good LONG term though I just don’t understand the science behind it

[@SSLFamilyDad]

poweredanode.com/ - This is a basic explanation of the difference but I guess I am with you, I can't say I see chemically how it works, but I do know it works!

[@adahathaway88]

Having lived with the smell I would willingly replace the tank prematurely to avoid it.

[@corro-protec]

Hey Matt that's a very good question and I'm sure you're not the only one. The Corro-Protec system includes a titanium anode and a current rectifier. When the rectifier is connected to the nearest outlet, the rod in the tank supply a small amount of current into the water heater. This current completely stops the loss of energy from all metals to which the ground is connected. The corrosion process is then completely stopped. Since the anode is made out of titanium, it does not disintegrate over time.

[@nmccw3245]

The powered anode rod works on the principle of impressed current galvanic protection. The titanium rod serves as an electrode (active anode) and will function with corrosion as long as power is supplied to it.

[@samcarcia9918]

Thanks

[@acanadianineurope814]

Adjustable wrench... or metric crescent wrench ?

[@corker5735]

Can you drain the water heater into the sump pump?

[@kleenatap7733]

A friend of mine has a new build home and only the basement faucets including shower smell but not upstairs. Wonder if anybody else experienced this?

[@fluffmasterp]

Would it smell near the water heater? Mine is electric so it isnt a gas leak but I have a similar smell in my utility closet. It gets very bad when hot water is running but the closet stays smelling so bad in the last couple of weeks. If I open the doors and stick my head in at any point it smells and worse near the top of the water heaterm. I am second guessing this because I feel it would be sealed so it shouldnt smell. Btw, my water heater was replaced around 2 years ago.

[@NickTu-DMTD]

Will this anode work with well water? Anyone know? Thx

[@SSLFamilyDad]

Yea that is what I have

[@jeffmills5827]

So what does a powered anode do that a non powered doesnt?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

It does not react with the water chemistry and bacteria that create sulfur dioxide creating the rotten egg smell in the water

[@Dave-jc6ky]

I was hoping to see you wrap the Teflon tape on the threads. I assume you overlapped the tape as you went around the threads. How many times did you wrap the threads? Thanks!

[@SSLFamilyDad]

Just once or twice around and a little overlapped

[@sapphireblue222]

Do you live near a Chicken Farm? I've known people who had water like that and it was from the farms nearby.

[@floridaredneck]

I would have changed out that cheap plastic valve and put a boiler valve on there for durability and larger inside diameter for flushing. Even if you have a brass fitting, it's probably a smaller valve. Might as well put a good one on while it's empty. You can also check out a "sediment buster" to make flushing easy and complete.

[@susanlee9532]

What if the cold water starts to smell like that? It didn’t use to but it Does now in the kitchen.

[@steveguinn9740]

Could it be odor coming up thru the drain?

[@susanlee9532]

@@steveguinn9740 No, you smell it in the glass. I figured it was sulfur but it dissipates quickly. It was a new development.

[@mamabear9389]

Does this problem occur with instant hot water heaters?

[@augustreil]

Yes, there are certain procedures that need to be done to those every year.

[@mamabear9389]

@@augustreil I thought if you use a water softener that would take care of the on demand water heater. My in-laws installed a water softener and now they say they never need to flush it

[@augustreil]

@@mamabear9389, There's no doubt that a water softener slows the mineral build up, but because an instant water heater has to heat water almost ''Instantly'', it also will have mineral deposits faster. I would still flush it once every 2 yrs. That's what I do, just to be sure, and it always seems to work better. I'm sure this can vary all over the place.

[@northbrady]

What if my cold water smells bad too any advice I’m about to change this out tonight already replaced elements as well a couple days ago I’m not sure what the smell is exactly it could be a egg smell but not sure

[@SSLFamilyDad]

Sanitize your well

[@MichaelJohnson-kf4jv]

What would you do for the cold well water that comes out smelling like eggs?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

Sanitize your well

[@MichaelJohnson-kf4jv]

Thanks man.

[@carlabrown9537]

Are you In Michigan? I bought this product but no one know how to put it on

[@SSLFamilyDad]

Search my channel for the first video I did with the installation

[@arovana82]

I have power went heater, and recently the anode rod was changed for aluminum rod. In 2 days later sulfur smell become even stronger! Besides this, my plumber installed the water conditioner the same day. Now I don’t know what to do and plumber as well! Any ideas why is that? Thanks in advance

[@mindfulmagician7550]

Shoot, I was going to change to an aluminum rod from what I'm seeing from other videos, but now I feel like I have to be cautious based on your experience.

[@michaelbelcher7050]

How long is the rod that’s in the heater?

[@Herbie11]

That's what she said.

[@onestanding3504]

How can I fix this as a renter?

[@jberg2575]

Why not flush debris from tank with hose still connected after the installation so you don't flush it through your lines?🤔

[@doraswamymorasa5294]

Is the electronic anode rod works well? Saw ratings in the Amazon site where 10-20% posted the tanks with rust. Just wondering if you still recommend the electronic product

[@SSLFamilyDad]

It works great!

[@corro-protec]

Absolutely! The technology behind our electronic anode rod isn't novel-it's used in various sectors, including the protection of gas pipelines in the US. While some skepticism arises from unfamiliarity or a lack of understanding, we've been specialists in this domain since 2006. Our product is designed to combat corrosion inside the tank. However, it's worth noting that it doesn't address outside corrosion, issues with the heating element, or other external challenges. Our focus is on delivering robust internal tank protection based on tried and tested technology.

[@trevorpatsios7984]

Does this help with cold water by chance? My cold water has a small odor at times but not nearly as bad as my hot water.

[@corro-protec]

It will only help with your hot water !

[@chrisinuae1]

Plumber put in new anrodes last week. Still smells! The hot water tank is only 1 year old and wasn’t cheap. Any ideas! Man, my head spins feom the water!

[@SSLFamilyDad]

Was it a powered anode rod or just a new magnesium one?

[@chrisinuae1]

No idea

[@mikesullivan1]

Aluminum zinc rod

[@angiemoses130]

Sulfur oxidation smells like rotten eggs. I would buy a new tank and filtration system. Because they look older than 6 yrs and we replaced the tank at my Dad's and Mom's house it was pretty easy to remove the tank and reconnect the new one. I moved the old one out myself and my brother and nefew put in the new one we finished the connection. The old tank was rusty

[@kevinguest5770]

I am a water treatment specialist in Canada When you look in the toilet tank what colour is the slim I would bet that it’s black witch is sulfer consuming bacteria

[@jawkeye]

Very nice video, thanks for sharing. Do you also shock-chlorinate your well to help with this? I was just watching your previous video on this topic last week. A few weeks ago, I replaced the anode rod with a fresh magnesium rod, and now the hot water smells much worse, and I've been looking for a solution. I was skeptical of the electric ones, but based on your videos, a few others, and a wiki page on impressed current cathodic protection, I've been convinced that these powered anode rod products are legitimate. Thanks again.

[@SSLFamilyDad]

The anode rod is most likely the issues, this is the second one I have done and both worked perfectly

[@mindfulmagician7550]

Wouldn't an aluminum anode rod work fine? My understanding is something in the water reacts with especially the magnesium rod to make sulfur.

[@jawkeye]

​@@mindfulmagician7550 I think an aluminum rod would've probably worked fine for me as well. I originally went with magnesium because it protects the water heater a little better than aluminum (more reactive), and it's better for drinking water (though we don't drink the hot water). I've had the powered anode rod installed for the past 5 months or so, and I've been happy with it so far. The sulfur smell is gone and its little green light is still on.

[@tammythompson4127]

Do electric hot water tanks have those?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

Yes

[@Bigfishy9314]

What would you do for a metallic smell from the cold water? Sometimes it is a sulfur smell also.

[@mister-action1]

You can sanitize your well. They sale ( well safe ) on Amazon I'm doing mine as soon as it warms up!

[@andreadeleon3464]

This is gas mine is electric does it work the same?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

Yes

[@Sandriell]

For anyone curious, the reason this occurs is because water naturally contains ion sulfates and these can be converted into hydrogen-sulfide gas which is what smells like rotten eggs. It is both highly toxic and flammable. In water heaters, the aluminum or magnesium anode rod inside the tank reacts with those sulfates to produce hydrogen-sulfide gas. When the sulfate levels are high, enough gas is produced to give the rotten-egg smell. Changing the anode will fix this issue. The other method by which this can occur is if the water contains both high levels of ion sulfates as well as sulfate reducing bacteria, which as the name implies feed on sulfates and in turn produce the hydrogen-sulfide gas. In this case you have to get rid of the bacteria. If only the hot water smells, (it is most likely the anode issue as stated earlier) it means a colony of the bacteria have grown within the hot water tank. If the cold water smells as well, then the bacteria exist inside the well. In both cases a shock chlorination treatment to the tank or the well will fix the issue, but may have to be repeated in time.

[@BurkMacklynFBI]

I have a question. Only my electric hot water heater smells. Pretty bad too a few rooms away too. However the weirdest part is both cold and hot water from any tap or shower head does NOT have a septic smell. We are on a private well, and I have shocked it about 4 months ago.

[@csrogers87]

This process just masks the problem for a few years. You simply need to fix the water of sulfates at the source. Even shocking it won't do that. It helps but doesn't fix it. To fix it, you have to aerate your well like a venturi on a daily. That will eliminate all problems developing any sulfates mixing with iron and producing the sulfur dioxide (rotten egg smell) this is the only way to truly fix it at the source.

[@daveyadams6970]

new hot water tank and new anode rod and the smell went away for only 3 days. Only hot water smells .

[@RJMEL24]

Why would this condition occur in a newly built house with a brand new water heater and less than one year of residency?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

It doesn’t matter home old or new, it is a chemical reaction with certain types of water, bacteria, and standard anode rods

[@thecynic807]

My water is so hard I forgot to changed the elements after 3 months and the calcium bilt up so much that it spread the elements apart and I can't get them out.

[@larryrivers2752]

Pull hard, they'll come out.

[@thecynic807]

@@larryrivers2752 and destroy the threads and ruin my heater. I have the 5500 watt. Which means they are longer and go out and wrap back. It just barely fits in the hole

[@mikezak3473]

What should be the estimated cost by a plumber for this replacement?

[@dkurtz786]

Don’t you WANT the house faucets on when you turn the cold valve back on?…prevents compressing air in the pipes and then exploding out when you go to turn the sink on?

[@myfriendoretheshepherd6618]

Why do you have bird poop on your utility room floor?

[@augustreil]

Just a guess, from a bird, birds ? How they got in...I have no idea ?

[@VicNorth777]

A good idea from plumber that serviced our heater, open hot water taps periodically when heating the tank back up, and do so in stages. The water being heated expands and builds pressure. While likely not resulting in a catastrophic failure, releasing the pressure as the process goes along will reduce stress on the heater and connections, etc.

[@VROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOM]

That makes no sense and is unnecessary. The tank can handle it just fine. Think about this. Some families will run out of hot water every morning with all the people showering. Then it's filled with cold water and heats up again from the beginning each time. 365 times a year. It's not going to pressurize too much or the pressure valve would release. Seriously it's pointless to do that. The tank and all the plumbing are rated for this.

[@ncironhorse8367]

Did you flush the water heater with some bleach and water after draining it?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

Nope, just drain it and the refill after

[@ncironhorse8367]

@@SSLFamilyDad Thanks. That filter to the left of your head at the start of the video, I have one like it inline before the pressure tank. There are no valves to shut the flow off from the well to change the filter. I noticed yours has a drain at the bottom if it. Is that used to flush the filter?

[@JeffKubel]

If that were me doing that job the water would go from smelling like rotten eggs to smelling like a toothbrush.

[@tropicaldrifter5549]

I don’t get it. I had my old hot water heater 15 years never stinky water. I get a new water heater , now two months later the water stinks. Why ??? I think they put in junk anode rod hummmm

[@iwin4985]

just so I understand this correctly, the water coming into the house already smells bad and the anode rod removes the smell? and when the rod is old and bad (not working) the smell comes back? does the cold water smell bad also?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

Cold water does not smell, this is a chemical reaction that takes place in the hot water heater with a standard magnesium anode rod, using the titanium anode rod removes the problem reaction and subsequent smell

[@karenballinghoff6242]

We had a new well drilled a year ago. Shortly after that started to have smelly hot water. Drained hot water tank added hydrogen peroxide smell disappeared for awhile, the next time we used bleach. Same result, smell gone for a while. Third time we replaced anode rod. Same result smell gone for a week or two. PS hot water tank was only 4-5 months old when the new well was drilled. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated.

[@corro-protec]

Hey, have you replaced the anode rod with our Corro-Protec powered anode rod? If not, this will solve your problem for good.

[@jefsel881]

Have a tankless water heater. No place to put an anode rod. So now what

[@teetee_555]

I wish I would have known this years ago....

[@brendastefanifrias3913]

Hi, my water heater is electric, would I still be able to replace this? Thank you 😊

[@SSLFamilyDad]

Yes