You might be wondering how to avoid water tank explosions. It’s simple—don’t neglect your home’s heavy-duty appliances that keep the house working (such as your water, septic, and toilet tanks.) A few ways to ensure your water tank is not about to blow are maintaining your tank liners, regular maintenance, and minimizing the amount of sediment.
Controlling the Temperature
By controlling the temperature, you’re ensuring the heaters are always in good condition. The temperature of your tank should be at one hundred and twenty or one hundred and twenty-five degrees. Test your temperature relief value or burner yearly!
Checking the Pressure Relief Valve
The simplest way to avoid water tank explosions in your home is by checking the pressure relief valves. They’re there for safety, and they control the amount of pressure your water tank withstands. When the tank can no longer handle the pressure, the valves will let off.
Regular Maintenance
Ensuring that maintenance occurs regularly allows time for your water tank to continue running without interruptions. Plumbers will drain, clean, and inspect your tank during this maintenance check to make sure all is well. Getting regular maintenance will prevent you from having a water heater implicated fire in your home.
Minimize Sediment Use
By minimizing the sediment buildup that occurs, you consistently allow the water to be at the same temperature. Unfortunately, this also removes the energy efficiencies because it clogs the drain, blocks water lines, and can even cause your water tank to fail.
Maintaining Your Tank Liner
By maintaining a tank liner, you can prevent leaks, corrosion, and safely contain your water. On the inside of your tank, the liner will make rust corrosion easier to see. Additionally, using a tank liner is an excellent way to eliminate any additional chemicals in your home.
You can avoid the trouble (and embarrassing stories) of having your toilet explode. Simply replace a few rods, flush your water tank quarterly, and perform inspections, and all will be well.