Home MaintenanceUpdated: November 2025

When did I last drain water heater?

You should drain water heater every year. Forgetting to do this can lead to sediment buildup and reduced efficiency. Track it once and never wonder again.

TaskFrequencyIf You Forget
Drain Water Heaterevery yearsediment buildup and reduced efficiency

Why Tracking Matters

Tasks like drain water heater are easy to forget because they're infrequent. A simple log turns a fuzzy memory into a clear record you can trust, helping you avoid sediment buildup and reduced efficiency.

The recommended cadence is every year. Track it each time you complete it and you'll always know exactly when you last did it—and when you should do it next.

2 Signs It's Time to Drain Water Heater

  • You can't remember when you last did it
  • It's been longer than every year

Can't remember the last time you did this?

Log it now and never wonder again.

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How to Track It

  1. 1Locate your drain water heater. If it's hard to find, snap a quick photo so you'll always know where it is.
  2. 2Create a tracker for Drain Water Heater and log today's date. Add a short note if anything stood out.
  3. 3Set a Nudge reminder for every year so you're prompted before it slips. (Pro feature)

Frequently Asked Questions

Why track "Drain Water Heater"?

Tracking prevents forgetfulness and helps you avoid sediment buildup and reduced efficiency. Set it once and keep peace of mind.

How often should I drain water heater?

A good starting point is every year. Adjust as needed and let Loglast remind you.

How do I know when was the last time I drain water heater?

Without a log, it's easy to forget. Experts suggest every year. Loglast records each time so you'll always know the exact date.

What's a good way to track how long since I drain water heater?

You can use a notebook, but the easiest way is a simple logbook like Loglast—one tap to log and optional Nudges every every year.

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