Water Heater Safety Tips

Prevention costs little to no money out of your wallet and Water Heater prevention is nothing different.  Most Water Heater fires, burns or explosions are unexpected because they're caused by something that has been overlooked over time. You can drastically cut down deadly fire risks just by exercising simple safety steps regularly.

In this article, we'll go over 4 of the Water Heater Safety Steps you should take for your Los Angeles Home or Business because the last thing you want is a Preventable Water Heater disaster.

DIY Water Heater Safety Tips:

1. Earthquake proof your Water Heater.

Strapping your Water Heater to the wall will prevent it from falling over and possibly severing the Gas Line during an Earthquake. Need Help Earthquake proofing your Water Heater? Call Blue Drop at 855-673-9777 today!

2. Keep the temperature of your Water Heater around 130 Degrees. 

Higher temps encourage sediment buildup inside your traditional Water Heater with Tank. Keeping your settings around 120-130 Degrees will prevent scalding. 
VACATION TIP: Lower the temperature setting on your Water Heater, save money and energy when your not home using the water.

3. Keep the area around your Water Heater clutter free.

Remove any combustible debris or flammable liquids from around the Water Heater. Keep the area around the Water Heater neat and clean; check & clean it regularly. 

4. Blue Drop Plumbing professionals can provide Water Heater Inspections in Los Angeles.

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