Consider hiring a plumbing company to do annual service on all of your water systems, including your hot water heater. Generally the things a certified plumber will do to maintain your water heater will include:
- Cleaning out your dirty burner chamber because it can cause a fire and can make burning less efficient
- Flushing your tank to rid it of any sediment that may have collected at the bottom and is impeding heating efficiency
- Testing the thermostat and pressure release valves to make sure they are operating correctly
