Corroded Tank? Consider Tank Relining
Tank relining can help prevent corroded tanks from leaking or failing.
Unfortunately, no water heater or boiler tank is going to last forever. And if your tank springs a serious leak, you won’t only be dealing with a lack of heat or hot water—you’ll also be dealing with a huge mess and significant water damage cleanup costs.
One solution would be to replace your water heater or boiler as soon as any sign of corrosion is noticed, or else replace the unit as soon as it has surpassed the manufacturer’s estimate of its useful service life. However, this approach is pretty wasteful, especially if you have a large commercial unit. Not only are you sending a huge piece of equipment to the dump, you’re also incurring a huge cost to replace the unit.
Tank relining offers an alternative.
By bonding a completely new surface to the inside of the tank, corrosion can be stopped and budding leaks sealed up. This can extend the service life of your water heater or boiler significantly and save you from the hassle and cost of removing and disposing of the old unit and buying and installing a new one.
Two Main Options for Tank Relining
There are many products and methods available for tank relining. However the most popular are:
- HydraStone Alkrete
- DuraChem 580
HydroStone Alkrete is a cement lining system, similar to the types of liner that are actually factory installed in certain brands of tanks. It can be applied to any metal tank and is suitable for potable and non-potable water systems.
DuraChem is a poly lining system. As the “chem” in the name might suggest, this product has an excellent resistance to chemicals that are sometimes found in wastewater and other non-potable water tanks. However it is also possible to use DuraChem for potable water supplies.
Other Methods for Stopping Tank Corrosion
If your water tank is already showing signs of corrosion, it’s definitely time to consider tank relining. However, if your tank is still in good condition your best move is to take steps now to try to prevent or limit corrosion.
There are many potential factors that can affect the speed at which a water tank may corrode, such as:
- How much water you use
- How fast water moves through the tank
- The pH of the water
- Any chemicals in the water
- Mineral content of the water
- Type of anode rod used to direct corrosion away from the tank walls
During a service visit from The Stanley Louis Company, you can get expert advice about the impact these factors may be having on your tank, as well as recommendations on how to slow the rate of corrosion. For example, we might be able to suggest a different type of anode rod that will last longer or perform a tank flush that will help remove scale.
We invite you to contact us today to learn more about tank relining and tank maintenance services.
