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Tank-Type Hot Water Heater

Installation Guide

A hot water heater is an indispensable appliance

every home should have. It sure is a costly

investment but you’ll realize that the

convenience it provides is worth your every

penny. You won’t have to wait for water to boil

in your kettle just so you can use it for cooking

or cleaning. You won’t have to warm water on

the stove just so you can take a warm bath. All

you have to do is to have a hot water heater

installed for you to get hot water from your taps

and showers in a snap. Here’s our DIY

installation guide!

Selecting Your Water Heater

Water heaters are either tankless or tank-type. They can also be powered by

electricity or gas. You should also find a lot of different models in the market and

they also vary in terms of features. Choose the water heater that’s fit for your

needs. Each of these has its own set of advantages and disadvantages so you

might want to weigh things down carefully. Among the factors that you’ll have to

consider when choosing a water heater for your home include your budget for

the heater, your daily requirements for hot water, operational costs and even the

area where you’ll have the appliance installed.

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Pre-Installation Tips

If it’s your first time to have a heater installed at

home, your plumbing still needs to be

appropriately configured. You’ll need to have

water supply lines and a separate valve installed

for the heater. If, on the other hand, it’s a

replacement heating unit, expect ready water

lines. Another point that you’ll have to take note

of is that tank-type water heaters are not light.

You’ll need the help of another person to carry it

from the delivery truck or from your doorstep to

the area where you’ll mount it. Have an

appliance dolly ready so you won’t have to lift it

up all the way.

Installation Guide

1. Before working on the new water heater installation, you’ll have to first shut

off the water supply. Also turn the power source off as well.

2. If you have an old water heater, drain its tank first by flushing the tank. Detach

the water supply lines and remove the old heater from its mount. Make sure that

you’ll clean the area before you install the

new unit. Also see to it that you’ll dispose

the old heater properly. Call a garbage

disposal company to take care of it for you.

3. Get the new water heater and put it in

place. Guarantee that it’s level and standing

straight.

4. Once the water heater is mounted

properly, install the new plumbing fittings.

Connect the water supply lines and then the

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fuel source.

5. If you’re installing a gas hot water

heater, remember to properly connect

the exhaust flue.

6. When you’re done with the utility lines,

turn the water heater on. Turn on your

hot water faucet to make sure that the

heating system is working.

We hope that you enjoyed reading our hot water heater installation

guide. If you need help with water heater installation and repair, just

rely on a trusted and licensed West Palm Beach plumber. Contact

Plumbers 911 Florida by phone or visit their website to schedule a

service call!