# Want Peak Performance? Opt For A Water Heater Tune-Up > If you want peak performance, and safe and clean water for your household, schedule a water heater tune-up with your HVAC professional. ![water heater tune-up, Boston, Massachusetts](https://bc.rodenhiser.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Water-heater.gif "Water-heater")If you want peak performance from your water heater year after year, and safe and clean water for you and your loved ones, schedule a [water heater tune-up](https://bc.rodenhiser.com/rodenhiser-blog/plumbing-maintenance-plans-heres-what-they-offer.html) with your HVAC professional. ![water heater tune-up, Boston, Massachusetts](https://bc.rodenhiser.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Water-heater.gif "Water-heater") **Efficient water heating counts** Water heating can account for as much as 25 percent of utility expenses in many households, so it makes perfect sense to schedule regular water heater tune-ups, which will keep your system in peak operating condition. These are the primary checks your [plumbing professional](https://bc.rodenhiser.com/rodenhiser-blog/learn-to-ask-good-questions-when-looking-for-an-hvac-contractor.html) will perform during a water heater tune-up: - **Inspect the temperature and pressure relief (TPR) valve**. The TPR valve is a feature that safeguards against hazardous high pressure in the water heater. - **Check the anode rod**, an important component in the system that prevents it from rusting. The anode rod acts as a magnet for chemicals in the water. Your plumber should check the water for discoloration, which is a sign of a faulty anode rod and corrosion. - **Test the water heater's temperature**, which should be around 120 degrees for the best balance of [energy efficiency and comfort](https://bc.rodenhiser.com/rodenhiser-blog/limiting-water-heating-costs.html). Water heaters often come shipped from the manufacturer pre-set at a temperature of 140 degrees. This higher temperature may pose problems for potential wire damage. Lowering the temperature saves substantial water-heating costs, and slows corrosion and sediment accumulation inside the water heater. - **Inspect the unit for sediment and mineral deposits**, which gather inside water heaters. This accumulation hinders efficiency and corrodes the tank. Your water heater should be fully flushed of sediment and other deposits as often as twice a year to increase efficiency and life span. **Monthly do-it-yourself tips** For safety and efficiency, you should perform these monthly checks of your water-heating system: - Check the TPR valve to make sure it isn’t leaking. If it is leaking, call your plumber. - Drain 1 to 2 gallons of water at the drain valve to help reduce sediment and mineral deposits. Your plumber can show you how to perform this task. - Make sure no flammable materials are near the water heater. - If your water heater is insulated, make sure the insulation does not cover the flue or combustion chamber (for gas-powered water heaters). Schedule a water heater tune-up with a company that has provided over 80 years of service in the Route 495/128 area of Massachusetts. 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