As you can see from the title of this blog, we are going to talk about how long you can expect a water heater to last. You may wonder about this, especially if you have recently moved to a new house.
Generally speaking, a water heater has a lifespan of around ten years. Of course, this is not a hard and fast rule, as many factors can affect the proper functioning of a water heater and reduce this number. The amount of use the water heater gets is an obvious factor. Naturally, the more water that has to be heated, the harder the water heater will work, placing more strain on it, not to mention the corrosive effects that a higher volume of water has on it. The negative effects of water will be increased if you have hard water, which produces a build-up of minerals.
The quality of the water heater will also determine its lifespan. As we see with the majority of products, the better the quality, the longer they last, and a water heater is no different.
The way the water heater is installed, and its location can either positively or negatively affect its lifespan. A water heater should be positioned upright and placed in an area with decent ventilation. Do not put a water heater in a location prone to flooding, as this will cause rust and damage the heater. You also want to install it in an area easily accessible which will allow for future maintenance and repairs.