Ask Angi: How Should I Maintain My Water Heater?

Inconsistent water temperature is a sign that your water heater is in need of repairs.

Maintaining and ensuring the proper functioning of a water heater is crucial for comfort but also for safety and energy efficiency. Chad Robertson/Dreamstime/TNS

By Paul F. P. Pogue From Ask Angi

Water heaters provide an important service to your home, and when they break, they tend to cause big problems, such as basement flooding (not to mention the inconvenience of being without hot water). Regular maintenance is essential to catch problems early and prevent a potentially disastrous flood, not to mention adding years to your heater’s service life.