movingsoonMD
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We have a 10-year old AO Smith hot water heater that appeared fine until a recent home inspection (by a potential buyer) determined there was signs of a leak by the cold water inlet/faucet above the tank. While the hot water heater has been functioning fine, when I looked back there (this side is somewhat obscured from plain view), I noticed a bit of rusting due to some leak in the cold water connection (or tank?) that is mixing with a chemical (iron oxide?) to cause some white powdery flakes above the tank. It does appear dry to the touch. Not sure if this was a one-time leak. Also, this chemical reaction has caused the 'washer' area (where the tank is connected to the cold water line) to loosen slightly.
Is this correctable or are we talking replacement?
Is this correctable or are we talking replacement?