Today, we will explain what an anode rod is and how you may know you need to have it replaced. An anode rod is located on top of your water heater.
They can be made of various metals. They are basically magnets that attract microscopic metals in your water to them, keeping them out of your water and preserving your water heater by preventing corrosion.
Do you smell sulfuric when you use your hot water? If you smell matches or rotten eggs when you take a shower or bath, your anode rod may have gone bad. This is a key indicator that it needs to be replaced.
If you think you need to have your anode rod checked or you have any questions, feel free to call us!