Most mid range hot water heaters now come with plastic drain valves which are prone to catastrophic failure after a few uses.
Water heater drain ball valve.
Not only can the valve spring a leak but it can also make your routine flushing almost impossible.
This valve has the correct length for rheem and rudd heaters and the screwdriver slot for a safer low profile.
Having a faulty drain valve on your water heater can be a real headache.
Mip x 3 4 in.
Brass shank water heater drain valve model 11513 17 93 17.
Should have already been there.
Shank poly water heater drain valve with handgrip handle model sp12039 4 93 4 93.
This valve has brass construction for durability and resists rust and corrosion.
Use plenty of teflon tape when you install it.
It comes to a point where the water heater becomes very difficult to drain because of the limited port size that comes with the stock drain valve.
This valve is designed to drain water from your tank during cleaning or replacement of elements.
Brass npt x male hose thread water heater drain valve offers a durable high quality replacement that will provide years of service.
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Gas valve shut off valve water ball valves natural gas ball valves 1 2 pex ball valve 1 1 4 barbed x npt male.
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Rheem protech 2 1 4 in.
Mudder 12 pieces 1 2 inch 11630 91857 water heater drain plug white plastic drain plug compatible with rv camper and atwood water heaters 4 5 out of 5 stars 119 7 99 7.
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Proper water heater repair and maintenance requires you to drain your water heater from time to time.
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You can try to drain the water heater but nothing much comes out and water flow often stops completely due to the complete blockage within the port.
If your water heater came with a cheap plastic valve you may want to consider upgrading to a brass valve.
Product overview the ez flo water heater drain valve fits directly into your water heater.
The everbilt 3 4 in.
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