Replacing a Water Heater: Mistakes to Avoid

If you detect leaks in your hot water storage tanks, it’s a sign that your water heater is broken and has to be replaced. Installation instructions for water heaters, whether gas or electric, are usually the same. If you are unsure about working with natural gas, propane, or electricity, hiring a professional plumber is strongly suggested.

Here are some of the most common mistakes while buying a new hot water heater.

• Not looking for other options When choosing a hot water heater, there are various aspects to consider, including the type of water heater, the energy source, and the cost of the system. Before making any selections, you must examine the benefits and disadvantages of the various options.
• Choosing a size that is too big or too little. It is important to choose a hot water system that is suited for your needs in order to maximize savings on unit costs and energy usage. The Water Efficiency Labeling and Standards (WELS) can help you choose water heaters that are both water and energy efficient.
• Paying too much. Examine the costs of the various water heaters that are offered. When it comes to choosing a water heater, relying on the plumber’s advice or recommendations is not the most cost-effective solution.

Mistakes happen all the time, not only during the selecting process. Problems may also emerge as a result of the unit’s improper installation. Knowing how to avoid these mistakes will help in the installation of your water heaters.

• The storage tank is too close to the solder connections. The solder’s heat has the ability to melt the tank’s plastic fittings. When soldering connections, a workspace is usually recommended.
• When constructing a water connection, using the wrong fittings. To reduce the possibility of future deterioration and leaks, make sure you’re utilizing the proper fittings for water connections.
• Neglecting necessity security. In the case of a natural disaster, such as an earthquake, security standards are important to maintain your tank in place. Particularly in earthquake-prone areas, the rules must be followed.
• The temperature and pressure relief valves being connected incorrectly. The valves may be connected incorrectly, resulting in the release of hot water, which can cause significant damage.