can a hot water tank be repaired
Although loosening the rods isn't easy, reinstalling them with a few wraps of plumber's sealing tape around the threads should stop the leak. Electric hot water heater elements are also threaded into the tank. A leak here can be stopped by replacing the element's rubber gasket. Although the thermostat on a gas heater is threaded into the tank and can develop a leak, removing and replacing them is a delicate job best left to a professional.