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Originally Posted by Ted Skolits
Has anyone drained their hot water heater here in the historic section of the the Villages for a manufactured home?. A handyman said unless you have gone away for over 6 months or so (I have not) then it is not necessary. Can anyone confirm?
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Perhaps they mean that BAD things multiply faster in stagnant Hot water.
Definitely would at least run the hot water out of the heater through the regular home HOT faucets, at even a 30 day absence....(The heater tank is refilling with fresh cold water as you do this)...
I believe that even if you are gone 4 days...you should flush all toilets twice and run each faucet and shower for at least 2 minutes...( both HOT and COLD).
Stagnant water can cause bacterial and viral harm to humans.
If you have ever seen a stainless steel water tanker truck discharge water into a Pool...you know what I mean.