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Anode Rod to the Rescue! Your Water Heater’s Hero

Monday, September 8th, 2025

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If you’ve ever scheduled a water heater service in Kerrville, TX, you may have heard your technician mention something called the “anode rod.” For many homeowners, this part of the system is a mystery—until problems start to show up.

At D’Spain Sales & Service, we’ve been helping our Kerrville neighbors for over 50 years, and we’ve seen firsthand how much money and stress can be saved when water heater maintenance is done right. As your long-term local partner, we want to help you understand the importance of your water heater’s anode rod and how keeping it in good shape can extend the life of your system.

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