Water Heater Parts
Understand the key components — anode rods, heat traps, and expansion tanks.
What Is a Water Heater Expansion Tank?
A thermal expansion tank protects your plumbing from the pressure created when water is heated. Lear…
Water Heater Heat Traps: What They Are and Why They Matter
Heat traps are small, inexpensive fittings that stop heat from escaping your water heater through th…
Water Heater Anode Rods: Aluminum or Magnesium?
The anode rod protects your water heater tank from rust. Learn the difference between aluminum and m…