{"id":836,"date":"2020-01-15T13:25:12","date_gmt":"2020-01-15T13:25:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/hvacforhome.com\/?p=836"},"modified":"2021-12-11T07:30:11","modified_gmt":"2021-12-11T07:30:11","slug":"how-long-does-a-water-heater-last","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hvacforhome.com\/how-long-does-a-water-heater-last\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Does A Water Heater Last?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Is there anything worse than being assaulted by a cold shower first thing in the morning? It\u2019s an uncomfortable way to start the day, but it can lead to an important question: how old is your water heater? Knowing the answer to this question, and knowing how long a water heater<\/a> typically lasts, can reduce the likelihood of cold morning showers.<\/p>\n An average water heater will last anywhere from eight to 12 years. The four-year difference has a lot to do with maintenance. Water heaters are largely taken for granted by the average homeowner until they are faced with repairs or floods.<\/p>\n If you are not familiar with how a hot water heater works, it\u2019s a fairly simple process. Basically, a water heater is a large tank with a heating mechanism at the bottom \u2013 either gas or electric<\/a>. The heater is attached to your water input pipe that fills the tank with cold water. As the water is heated at the bottom, the hot water rises and is pushed through your plumbing system when the hot water faucet is turned on.<\/p>\n Easy, right? Well, like any other machine, it won\u2019t last forever. With that thought in mind, we have shared some tips on how to extend the lifespan of your system. We will also let you in on the reasons why your water heater becomes damaged and fails, signs it needs repair, and the benefits of replacing your unit.<\/p>\n