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To: Bean Counter
As a sometimes-plumbing engineer, I'd replace it unless you know for sure a leak won't damage other things. i.e, if you have it over a floordrain or large functional drain pan.

Remember, that unless you are there to turn the water off, a leak can spill far more water than the tank holds. A bad one can literally gut several floors.

Cleaning will actually weaken the tank and it will break faster.

Get the best quality American-made one you can afford. Preferably a commercial one or at least from a manufacturer that also does commercial.

119 posted on 02/03/2011 5:18:50 AM PST by varyouga (Obama doesn't care about white people!)
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To: varyouga; Bean Counter

I meant to say that cleaning after such a long time would weaken the tank.

Otherwise, you should regularly flush the tank as recommended by the manufacturer.


121 posted on 02/03/2011 5:26:36 AM PST by varyouga (Obama doesn't care about white people!)
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