"merryb" > wrote in message
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> Watching a home improvement show this morning, and they were talking
> about doing this yearly. I don't ever remember hearing that this is
> one of those odd jobs that need to be done. Husband is outside doing
> it now, and ICK! The rust & sediment build up is amazing. Is this
> something you all do? If not, it might be a good idea!
>
>

I have done it, but since the water heater is all the way in the garage, any
spills drips make a mess of all the clutter filling the garage.

I was surprised by the calcium (?) nuggets and the clear slime - what the
heck was that?