So I tried this last year

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But I could not break it loose even with a breaker bar. I had a plumber out for a different job and asked them to do it but they couldn’t either. I did start draining the tank annually to flush out the sediment. Never did that the past 20 years.

Posted: 02/09/2026 at 02:24 PM ET

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Speaking of water heaters, does one really have to replace the water heater -- Hokebury Feb 09, 2026 at 01:00 PM ET

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We were taught that the answer is "yes". Even AI agrees ... -- PhotoHokieNC Feb 09, 2026 at 04:36 PM ET

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So I tried this last year ◄ -- HOKIE Feb 09, 2026 at 02:24 PM ET

HOKIE • 02/09/26 02:24 PM ET

They say you should to extend life. I’m too lazy.** -- Stork Feb 09, 2026 at 02:08 PM ET

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Only in Marion, VA are water heaters not needed...** -- Tank Feb 09, 2026 at 01:02 PM ET

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Was out that way a few months back...I'm sure they exist elsewhere, but I -- Tuckahokie Feb 09, 2026 at 03:03 PM ET

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Falwell airport in Lynchburg even steeper grade** -- hookie Feb 09, 2026 at 03:23 PM ET

hookie • 02/09/26 03:23 PM ET