What do you get when your water heater matrix gives out...
 

2" of water in your basement :(

Got most of it out now - Ripped up and threw out all the carpet...

Sadly my workshop is also in my basement and I had a bunch of rc projects and elecs on the ground...

Bummer...

any elc. should still be good, providing they weren't on at the time....

Yeah, rinse them out with clean de-ionised water and let them air dry, should be good to go.

Its all in rice...

I've never had good luck with rice, it leaves all of the impurities of the water behind. I've always used isopropal(rubbing) alcohol.

Wow bummer! Never tried the rice myself but the de-ionized water has worked well for me in the past. You should look into the smaller more efficient instant water heaters. Seen a few on homes where we replaced their backyard poles and the owners swore by them. They are also about the size of a large car hauler bag. Good luck with your fiasco man sorry to hear about the bad luck.

Bummer about your mishap man.

Sorry to hear about that Chris, I know first hand that this really blows.

We had to clean out my parents basement once after coming home from vacation.

This is why I will be replacing my water heater this year before the expiration date expires.

How old was your unit?

Nick

Bummer.