Experiencing brown or discolored water immediately after installing a new water heater is usually caused by loose mineral sediment, pipe scale, or manufacturing debris being scoured out of the new pipes and tank during the initial filling and pressurization process. When new water rushes through freshly cut copper, steel, or galvanized fittings, it dislodges minor particulate matter. This discoloration is normally temporary and clears up quickly after running your taps for a short while. Verification: Run a bathtub or laundry sink continuously for a few minutes until the water runs completely clear.
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