by Mike Kennedy | Jul 24, 2026 | Sediment Flush
Using citric acid combined with hot water is one of the most effective, safe, and food-grade methods to chemically dissolve hardened calcium and magnesium scale buildup inside a tank-type water heater. While flushing a tank with standard water pressure removes loose,...
by Mike Kennedy | Jul 21, 2026 | Tankless Maintenance
Using citric acid is the industry-standard, manufacturer-approved method to dissolve scale buildup on tankless water heater heat exchangers. Because tankless water heaters flash-heat water on demand using tightly coiled copper or stainless steel tubes, they are...
by Mike Kennedy | Jul 18, 2026 | Buying Guides
Breakdown of U.S. Water Heater Types The preference of U.S. households heavily favors tank configurations compared to newer, on-demand alternatives: Tank Style Water Heaters:~115.5 Million Households Tankless (On-Demand) Water Heaters: ~8.03 million households....
by Mike Kennedy | Jul 14, 2026 | Sediment Flush
Yes, using a device with a power spray or a curved flushing wand is highly effective and one of the best ways to get that final, stubborn layer of dissolved scale and heavy sediment out of the bottom of your tank. Because the drain opening sits roughly 1.5-3″...
by Mike Kennedy | Jul 11, 2026 | Safety & Installation
Yes, using flexible connectors in an earthquake-prone area is not just a good idea—it is a critical safety requirement. In fact, plumbing codes in seismically active regions (such as California, Washington, and Nevada) legally mandate the use of flexible connectors on...
