Will using less hot water extend the life of my new water heater?

Question

Will using less hot water extend the life of my new water heater?

Answer 1

Woodtick and Carl have good answers.

I might add that not using water won't help extend the life time. Turning the water tempature down to a minimum for your use will help a little, but not much.

As stated, replacing the Anode is best. Replace the heating elements when the quit will extend the lifetime.

Most important...make sure you keep the OUTSIDE of the waterheater dry. Rust on the outer shell is a killer of most heaters.

Answer 2

Probably not but it will save you money on the electric bill.

Answer 3

It mean's by doing this the heater will have to work less often!

But why have one , if your scared to use it!

Answer 4

Not necessarily.  You can extend the life by draining a gallon or so of water monthly to remove sediment, and changing the anode rod as required.  Hope this helps.