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What's included
  • a standard aluminum/zinc combination (also known as outlet) anode rod (about 42 inches of overhead clearance needed)

  • pipe-thread seal tape

  • service sticker

  • instructions

This replaces the anode that came with your tank. Fits all brands.

What does it do?
  • The anode will keep your tank from rusting and breaking, while alleviating odor problems because of anaerobic bacteria found in some water that react with regular magnesium or aluminum anodes to produce hydrogen sulfide gas and a rotten-egg odor.

  • The tape will enable you to remove the anode in future to check it.
  • The sticker will help you remember when you installed it.
Tools needed

Pipe wrench. For further details, check out the Tools page and Know-how.

Ordering Details

The products offered here are designed to make water heaters last longer, or solve specific problems. Installation is potentially do-it-yourself, but if you have the least doubt about your abilities, we suggest that you obtain expert help.

Prices include ground shipping by UPS within the contiguous United States. UPS does not deliver to post boxes. Allow 2-3 weeks for shipping, but we usually ship within 24 hours. Hawaii and Alaska are only served by Second Day Air or Priority Mail. People in those states should e-mail to learn shipping costs. We do not ship outside the United States.

Important: Before you order

Are you ordering the right anode? This anode must replace the one that came with the tank or the smell won't go away. Make sure you have a combo rod in your tank and not a hex-head anode. Nearly all Bradford Whites and some A.O. Smiths employ this configuration. Also tell us the brand of your heater.

If you have any doubts about what you're ordering, be sure and e-mail your questions to us. We want you to order only what you need!
mail@waterheaterrescue.com

If you have well water and/or a water softener, consider a powered anode. The aluminum/zinc anode might not stop the smell. We don't want you to waste your money.

Return policy
Merchandise in original condition can usually be returned for a full refund of the purchase price, not including shipping. E-mail mail@waterheaterrescue.com for instructions and authorization.
 

Price: $83, shipping included. California residents add $6.01.

 
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