When your water heater heats your water this can cause calcium carbonate to precipitate out and settle at the bottom of your tank. This can cause sediment build-up that will slow pressure down and the build-up can cause corrosion that will decrease the life of your pipes and appliances. Steam pockets can also form under the sediment when the burner comes on and this can cause popping and other noises.
To prevent these problems try using a product such as the AP430 to protect your hot water heater. The Aquapure AP430 hot water filter system installs directly on the 3/4″ pipe leading into your hot water heater. The AP430 will extend the life of your hot water heaters or tankless hot water sytems by stopping scale build-up and corrosion. The AP430 Hot Water System Protector not only increases the effeciency of your hot water sytems so they run cleaner, but it also saves you money on maintenance costs.
And the replacement cartridges will only cost you about $30 every six months! Compare that cost to having to replace your hot water heater or corroded pipes and it’s a no brainer!
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Ellen McDonough says
I have been reading the comments about sediment and flakes of calcium buildup from tankless water heaters. I hope I am on the correct thread. I too am having this problem.My Rinnai tankless water heater is 1 1/2 years old.I have been doing the vinegar washes as recommended but live in northeast Denver and the water in this part of the city is very HARD!!! Not sure what to do next.Someone made a comment about using a Rusco descaled? What is that? Has anyone ever heard of Clear wave softener? How is that used to soften water? I would like to get my water more clear.It is leaving sediment in my hair and on my skin. Thanks,EllenAlso any suggestions on plumbing companies?