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How Long Should a Water Heater Last Before You Replace It

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Your water heater is the quiet workhorse of your home, and most people never think about it until the pilot light won’t stay lit on a Tuesday morning. Here is the short answer: a standard tank unit lasts 8 to 12 years, a tankless system can push past 20, and the moment you hit year nine, you are living on borrowed time. This guide walks you through the real lifespan math, the warning signs that mean replacement instead of repair, and the exact steps to stretch every last year out of the tank you already own.

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Water Heater Dripping From Overflow Pipe: Fixes You Shouldn’t Ignore

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If you’ve noticed water dripping or trickling from the pipe running along the side of your water heater down toward the floor, don’t make the mistake of brushing it off as a minor inconvenience. That pipe — known as the temperature and pressure relief (T&P) valve overflow pipe — is one of the most important safety components in your home’s plumbing system. When it drips, it’s telling you something is wrong. Ignoring it could mean anything from wasted water and higher utility bills to a catastrophic tank failure.

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6 Common Signs Your Tankless Water Heater Needs Service

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Tankless water heaters are a great system to have in many homes, regardless of location. Unlike the traditional systems found in the majority of homes across the United States, tankless systems don’t constantly run to keep water heated. The systems simply use gas or electricity to heat water as it moves through the house, keeping the energy costs low since gallons of water aren’t constantly being heated. Additionally, the smaller size of a tankless system gives the home more space that can be used for other purposes. 

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