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djhudson · Jan 7, 2007, 06:00 PM

I have brown water coming out of all hot water (only) fixtures. Does anyone have any Idea what it is and then how to fix?

Thanks Deane

letmetellu · Jan 7, 2007, 09:12 PM

If you are getting brown water out of all of your hot faucets, it would almost have to be a problem with the water heater itself. My first thought would be to drain and flush the water heater. If problem persists it could be some iron pipes in your hot water system causing the rusty look.

speedball1 · Jan 8, 2007, 09:39 AM

Let me add a bit to Letmetellu's post. For long life and fewer troubles you should keep your heater clear of mineral build-up by flushing on a regular schedule. Let me show you how. Attach a hose to the boiler drain at the bottom of the tank. With the pressure on, open the boiler drain and let it run until the water runs clear. You will see a spurt of red,(rust) followed by white grains,(lime or calcium carbonate). This shouldn't take more then a few minutes. Do this monthly to keep it clear. Now flush out your hot water lines on ALL fixtures. Now pull each aerator and clean the screens. Be sure you put them back togather the same way you took them out. Don't forget to flush it out every month. Your heater will thank you for it. Hope this helps, Tom