My Water Heater Won't Drain [Fix It With 3 Easy Steps]

Water heater won't drain? The garden-hose trick that works 80% of the time — plus the 2 hidden causes (and the 60-second test) that trap most DIYers. 📞 San Diego homeowner? We repair & replace water heaters same-day — (619) 663-4328 or https://quickwaterheater.com Below I walk through the 3-step drain, the common clog you can't see, and the "straw trick" that breaks a vacuum-locked tank. Is your water heater not draining? Here are 3 simple steps to get your water heater to flow. First I'll show you how to drain your water heater. If this process doesn’t work I’ll show you a couple tricks that will make stubborn water heaters drain. Lastly I will explain why the water heater won’t drain. ✅ Live in San Diego County? We Can Help: https://quickwaterheater.com Link to How to Make a Proper Drain Valve https://quickwaterheater.com/faq/#156... Here is a summary of your steps: 1. Attach garden hose to drain valve 2. open valve let water flow for 60 sections. it should flow freely. If you skip this step the water heater most likely will not drain. 3. Shut off water at shut off valve 4. Open hot water fixture or undo a supply line 1. show straw example 5. drain water heater 6. If you live in San Diego and need help with a water heater replacement or repair please click the link below to see our prices and schedule an appointment right from our website.