Indiana woman wins oldest water heater contest, takes home check for new installation

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INDIANAPOLIS (WISH)— A 39-year-old water heater has earned an Indianapolis-area woman more than just bragging rights.

Lori Shoemaker was named the winner of The Water Heater Guys’ oldest water heater contest after her 1987 unit — installed before she finished high school — was found still running at her family’s property. The three-month contest was designed to encourage homeowners to take a closer look at aging equipment before it becomes an emergency.

Shoemaker received a prize check covering the cost of her new water heater installation, presented during a recent appearance on “Lifestyle Live.”…

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