'One more chemo down!' Cancer survivor creates witty collection of sympathy cards revealing the honest things she wished people had said to her when she was sick. 1  Emily McDowell, a designer from Los Angeles, was diagnosed with stage three Hodgkin's lymphoma when she was 24-years-old.
Step 6 Check the tank's age Check the age of your hot water tank. Most hot water tanks are warrantied for 5 to 10 years. While many last for years beyond the warrantyâs expiration, if you notice inadequacies in your tankâs performance and the tank is beyond its warranty date, itâs probably time to get a new one.
While gas water heaters last for 10 years and electric ones last up to 15 years, it is best to examine them periodically and carry out regular maintenance to prolong their life and reduce any damage.