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How Often Should a Water Heater Be Maintained, and Why Does It Matter?

Most water heaters should be professionally maintained once a year to improve efficiency, prevent breakdowns, and extend system lifespan.

Most water heaters should be professionally maintained once a year to improve efficiency, prevent breakdowns, and extend system lifespan.

Why Routine Maintenance Saves Money Over Time

Annual maintenance helps remove sediment buildup, check safety components, and catch small issues before they turn into costly repairs. In Central Texas, mineral-rich water can accelerate wear if maintenance is skipped.

Radiant provides professional water heater maintenance in Austin and San Antonio to help systems run efficiently and reliably year after year.

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