What Is a Water Heater Anode Rod and How Does It Work? Anode rods are a long metal rod, usually made from magnesium, aluminum ...

INDIANAPOLIS — Welcome to this guide on an often overlooked but crucial component of your water heater tank: the anode rod. In my last Home Zone, we discussed the importance of flushing your … ...

The rod is attached either to a hex head or the hot water outlet nipple (called a combination anode). Look at the top of the tank and check for the hex head.

In the latest Home Zone, we're delving deeper into water tank maintenance with a focus on the unsung hero of your water heater system, the anode rod.

The rod is attached either to a hex head or the hot water outlet nipple (called a combination anode). Look at the top of the tank and check for the hex head.