Smelly Hot Water, Mumford, NY? It Could Be Your Anode Rod
Hey there, I’m Nate — owner of NDL Plumbing & Electrical Services.
I live and work right here in Monroe County, and I’ve been getting more and more calls from folks in Mumford asking the same thing:
“Why does my hot water smell like rotten eggs?”
If that’s happening in your home, I want you to know — it’s not just you. And no, you don’t need to replace your whole water heater (unless it’s really old).
In most cases, the real troublemaker is something small, simple, and surprisingly important: your anode rod.
What Is an Anode Rod, and Why Does It Matter?
Inside every water heater is a metal rod called the anode rod. Its job is to protect your tank from corrosion by attracting minerals and impurities in the water, kind of like a sacrificial bodyguard for your system.
But over time, especially with the natural sulfur content in Mumford’s water supply, the anode rod can start reacting with those minerals in a way that produces hydrogen sulfide gas.
That’s the gas that gives off that rotten egg smell.
If you’re only getting that smell when you run hot water, that’s a big clue your anode rod is breaking down.
Here’s What I Do for Mumford Homeowners
When someone calls me about smelly hot water, I start with a quick inspection of the water heater.
Suppose the anode rod is badly corroded or has already deteriorated.
In that case, I can replace it with a better-quality one, sometimes even an aluminum/zinc mix that resists the sulfur reaction more effectively.
In most cases, the smell is gone the same day.
And while I’m at it, I check the rest of your system to ensure you’re not dealing with sediment buildup or pressure issues that could shorten your heater’s lifespan.
This isn’t a sales pitch — it’s just what I’d do for my own home.
I don’t upsell, I don’t push new units unless you need one.
My goal is to provide you with straightforward answers and clean, reliable hot water again.
Let’s Fix the Smell — The Right Way
If you’re in Mumford and tired of that sulfur smell every time you turn on the shower, give me a call.
We’ll figure out what’s going on and fix it right — no guesswork, no gimmicks.
I’m Nate from NDL Plumbing & Electrical Services, and I’m proud to serve my neighbors in Mumford.
Let’s get your water back to smelling fresh again.
