Have you ever had water come out of the hot water tank smelling like rotten eggs? This foul odor, caused by hydrogen sulfide, is common in hot water tanks. Left unaddressed, it can lead to unpleasant experiences and unhappy customers.
Corro-Protec brings a clear alternative to the standard anode technology used in the market with a powered anode rod approach. Unlike traditional sacrificial anode rods made of magnesium or aluminum, which gradually dissolve to prevent tank corrosion, powered anode rods use an electrical current to achieve the same purpose without degrading over time. Not only do they help eliminate the rotten egg smell in hot water, they also provide permanent corrosion protection (compared to temporary protection from sacrificial anodes). This helps extend tank life and reduce maintenance. They also can help reduce scale and sediment buildup, the powered anode rod saves up to $40 in energy costs each year.
“It is truly a product that pays for itself in a very short time,” says Vincent Veilleux, CEO of Corro-Protec. “Many of our best resellers include Corro-Protec with every water heater sale because it delivers three major outcomes customers immediately understand: odor elimination, corrosion protection and reduced maintenance. The powered anode rod becomes the new standard once it’s used.”
Corro-Protec offers two versions of its powered anode rod. The traditional model installs in the dedicated anode port of the water heater while the company’s second model uses a different design with a wye fitting, making installation possible in the hot water outlet (commonly used on, but not limited to, Bradford White tanks).
“Together, these two installation options make Corro-Protec compatible with virtually any residential water heater in North America,” says Veilleux. “It’s especially relevant for homeowners on well water in hard water areas and for those using a water softener.”
According to Veilleux, many water heater manufacturers require inspection and replacement of sacrificial anodes to keep tank warranties valid. The Corro-Protec powered anode rod does not deplete, so it operates without any maintenance and relies on current rather than consumption. In addition to standard residential tanks, it can also be adapted for commercial and industrial water heaters.
“We have 7,500-plus reviews across Amazon, Home Depot and Google with a significant share of buyers coming specifically to resolve smelly hot water,” he says. “Often they notice results in less than 24 hours.”
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