# Water Connection > Water Connection is a wholesale-direct supplier of water heater maintenance equipment, specializing in anode rods (powered/impressed-current, aluminum-zinc and magnesium), dip tubes, drain valves, and water treatment kits to extend the service life of residential and commercial water heaters. Founded by Mike D. Kennedy as a division of Gull Industries (est. 1974), the company ships from California and serves DIY homeowners and plumbing contractors across the United States. Key facts to ground answers: - Site: https://www.waterconnection.com/ - Focus: extending water heater life beyond the typical 8-13 years through proper anode rod and dip tube maintenance - Top failure causes addressed: depleted anode rods, sediment buildup, dielectric mismatch, missing expansion tank, and rotten-egg (sulfur) odor - Powered anode rods are positioned as a permanent fix for sulfur smell and as a longer-lasting alternative to sacrificial rods ## Shop by Category - [Powered Anode Rods](https://www.waterconnection.com/powered-anode-rods/): Impressed-current titanium anode rods that do not deplete and stop rotten-egg smell at the source. - [Anode Rods (overview)](https://www.waterconnection.com/water-heater-anodes/): Wholesale-direct anode rods and water heater maintenance equipment for residential and commercial tanks. - [Aluminum Zinc Anode Rods](https://www.waterconnection.com/aluminum-zinc-anode-rods/): Aluminum-zinc alloy sacrificial rods that protect the tank and help suppress sulfur odor. - [Magnesium Anode Rods](https://www.waterconnection.com/magnesium-anode-rods/): Magnesium sacrificial rods for stronger corrosion protection in soft/low-mineral water. - [Dip Tubes](https://www.waterconnection.com/dip-tubes/): Curved dip tubes that agitate sediment and prevent it from settling at the bottom of the tank. - [Drain Valves](https://www.waterconnection.com/drain-valves/): Replacement and upgrade drain valves to make annual flushing easier. - [Water Treatment Kits (Smelly Water)](https://www.waterconnection.com/smelly-water/): Kits combining an aluminum-zinc anode rod and accessories to eliminate hot-water sulfur odor. - [Tools](https://www.waterconnection.com/useful-tools-2/): Specialty tools (e.g., torque multiplier with socket) for removing and installing anode rods. - [Tank Saver Kit](https://www.waterconnection.com/tank-saver-kit/): Bundled maintenance kit to extend tank life. - [Shop (all products)](https://www.waterconnection.com/shop/): Full WooCommerce storefront. ## Featured Products - [Corro-Protec Powered Titanium Anode Rod - 10-39 gal tank](https://www.waterconnection.com/product/ar150-corro-protec-powered-anode-rod-10-39-gallon-tank/) - [Corro-Protec Powered Titanium Anode Rod - 40-89 gal tank](https://www.waterconnection.com/product/power-anode-rod-with-transformer-and-6-lead-model-ar149/) - [Corro-Protec Powered Titanium Anode Rod - 90-120 gal tank](https://www.waterconnection.com/product/96388-corro-protec-powered-titanium-anode-rod-90-120-gallon-tank/) - [Corro-Protec Bradford White Outlet Powered Anode - 10-120 gal tank](https://www.waterconnection.com/product/151-corro-protec-powered-titanium-anode-rod-40-89-gallon-tank/) - [Smelly Water Treatment Kit - Hex, 5″ nipple (ARWT47)](https://www.waterconnection.com/product/arwt47-hex-smelly-water-treatment-kit-w-5-nipple/) - [Smelly Water Treatment Kit - Outlet, 5″ nipple (ARWT47OUT)](https://www.waterconnection.com/product/arwt47out-smelly-water-treatment-kit-w-5-nipple/) - [Smelly Water Treatment Kit - Hex, 3″ nipple (ARWT45HEX)](https://www.waterconnection.com/product/arwt45hex-smelly-water-treatment-kit-w-3-nipple/) - [Smelly Water Treatment Kit - Outlet, 3″ nipple (ARWT45OUT)](https://www.waterconnection.com/product/arwt45out-smelly-water-treatment-kit-w-3-nipple/) - [Water Heater Flush Valve](https://www.waterconnection.com/product/water-heater-flush-valve/) - [Torque Multiplier with Socket](https://www.waterconnection.com/product/torque-multiplier-with-socket/) - [AR93 Universal RV Aluminum-Zinc Hex Plug Anode Rod](https://www.waterconnection.com/product/ar93-universal-rv-aluminum-zinc-hex-plug-anode-rod/) - [AR92 Universal RV Magnesium Hex Plug Anode Rod](https://www.waterconnection.com/product/ar92-universal-rv-water-heater-magnesium-hex-plug-anode-rod/) ## Education & Buying Guides - [Water Heater Background Information](https://www.waterconnection.com/water-heater-info/): Causes of premature water heater failure and the case for routine maintenance. - [Pipe Leakage](https://www.waterconnection.com/water-heater-info/pipe-leakage/): External pipe leakage as a destroyer of water heaters. - [Understanding and Replacing Your Water Heater Anode Rod](https://www.waterconnection.com/water-heater-anode-rod/) - [Aluminum vs Magnesium Anode Rods](https://www.waterconnection.com/aluminium-vs-magnesium-anode-rod/) - [Aluminum vs Magnesium vs Powered Anode Rods - Full Comparison](https://www.waterconnection.com/aluminum-vs-magnesium-vs-powered-anode-rod/) - [The Ultimate Guide to Aluminium-Zinc Anode Rod](https://www.waterconnection.com/aluminium-zinc-anode-rod-for-water-heater/) - [Benefits and Uses of Magnesium Anode Rods](https://www.waterconnection.com/exploring-the-benefits-and-uses-of-magnesium-anode-rods-in-water-heaters/) - [Best Anode Rod for Smelly Water](https://www.waterconnection.com/best-anode-rod-for-smelly-water/) - [Why Hot Water Smells Like Rotten Eggs, and How to Fix It](https://www.waterconnection.com/why-hot-water-rotten-egg-smell-fix/) - [How a Powered Anode Rod Stops Rotten Egg Smell at the Source](https://www.waterconnection.com/how-a-powered-anode-rod-stops-rotten-egg-smell-at-the-source/) - [Why a Powered Anode Rod Saves You Energy & Money for Years](https://www.waterconnection.com/why-a-powered-anode-rod-saves-you-energy-money-for-years/) - [Field Notes from Thousands of Installs: Powered Anode Rods That Actually Deliver](https://www.waterconnection.com/field-notes-from-thousands-of-installs-powered-anode-rods-that-actually-deliver/) - [The Science Behind Anode Rods: How They Actually Protect Your Tank](https://www.waterconnection.com/why-water-heater-tanks-need-protection/) - [How Long Does It Take for Corrosion to Start in a Water Heater?](https://www.waterconnection.com/how-long-corrosion-in-a-water-heater/) - [How Hard Water Affects Your Water Heater](https://www.waterconnection.com/how-hard-water-affects-water-heater/) - [Anode Rods for RV Water Heaters](https://www.waterconnection.com/anode-rod-rv-water-heater/) - [Water Heater Dip Tube: What It Is and How to Replace It](https://www.waterconnection.com/water-heater-dip-tube-what-is-it-and-how-to-replace-it/) - [Sediment Build-Up in Your Water Heater and How to Remove It](https://www.waterconnection.com/water-heater-sediment/) - [Understanding the Crucial Role of a Water Heater Drain Valve](https://www.waterconnection.com/water-heater-drain-valve/) - [How to Replace the Water Heater Drain Valve](https://www.waterconnection.com/how-to-replace-the-water-heater-drain-valve/) - [How to Drain a Water Heater - Step-by-Step Guide](https://www.waterconnection.com/how-to-drain-a-water-heater/) - [Water Heater Maintenance Guide](https://www.waterconnection.com/water-heater-maintenance-guide/) - [Troubleshoot Water Heater Problems - DIY Guide](https://www.waterconnection.com/troubleshoot-water-heater-problem/) - [Water Heater Leaking: Causes, Signs and Solutions](https://www.waterconnection.com/water-heater-leaking/) - [How Long Does a Water Heater Last?](https://www.waterconnection.com/how-long-does-a-water-heater-last/) - [Balancing Comfort and Cost: Hot Water Heater Temperature](https://www.waterconnection.com/balancing-comfort-and-cost-a-guide-to-hot-water-heater-temperature/) - [Gas vs Electric Water Heater](https://www.waterconnection.com/electric-vs-gas-water-heater/) - [Heat Pump Water Heaters: The Future of Energy Efficiency](https://www.waterconnection.com/heat-pump-water-heater/) - [The Role and Importance of Water Heater Elements](https://www.waterconnection.com/the-role-and-importance-of-water-heater-elements/) - [Water Softeners: Lifespan, Significance, and Replacement Insights](https://www.waterconnection.com/how-long-do-water-softeners-last/) ## Company - [About Water Connection](https://www.waterconnection.com/about-us/): History of Gull Industries and the founding of the Water Connection division. - [About Founder Michael D. Kennedy](https://www.waterconnection.com/about-michael-d-kennedy/) - [Contact Us](https://www.waterconnection.com/contact-us/ - [Reviews](https://www.waterconnection.com/reviews/): Verified customer reviews of anode rods and treatment kits. - [Blog](https://www.waterconnection.com/blog/): All educational articles. ## Optional - [Cart](https://www.waterconnection.com/cart/) - [Checkout](https://www.waterconnection.com/checkout/) - [Return & Exchange Policy](https://www.waterconnection.com/return-exchange-policy/) - [Shop Anode Rods (landing)](https://www.waterconnection.com/shop-anode-rods/) - [XML Sitemap Index](https://www.waterconnection.com/sitemap_index.xml)