If you’re thinking about installing a water heater in your home, there are some steps that must be taken before the installation process can start. The first step is to decide whether the water heater will be gas or electric. If it’s electric then you’ll need to know how many watts of power it needs and if it should be above or below ground level. For an electric water heater, make sure there is enough space for the unit. Verify with your local utility company that electricity is available at this location. You also want to measure where the new tank will go so you know what size to purchase; make sure not to place it near any other heating appliance like a fireplace because this could lead to unsafe conditions (and potential fire).
There are many factors involved when choosing between natural gas or electric units for your house. Depending on what type of installation you choose it’s important to know how much space you have available.
Water Heater Installation Steps:
1) Determine if you need a permit or not! Typically, water heaters are attached to the home so they do not require any special licensing. Always check with your locality for more information on this topic. However, other installation types may require permits so be sure to check first.
2) Once you have determined whether you require a permit or not, turn off the gas supply and disconnect all electrical power at the circuit breaker box.
3) Locate where your new water heater should go. It should be close enough to work just fine but also putting it too close to another appliance could cause issues for water exchanges.
4) Now that you have your water heater location selected, you can drill a water-tight hole through the bottom of the water heater compartment if necessary to accommodate water lines. It is best to go ahead and attach everything now before filling it with water so as not to run into any problems later.
5) Once all water connections are on, it is okay to turn your gas supply back on and begin using your water heater.
6) Remember, do not forget about venting! The heat from the water tank needs a place to escape. So make sure there is enough room in the space. Follow all local code requirements when installing a water heater as they may vary depending upon where you live.
7) Now you know the water heater installation steps so go ahead start the installation! If you have any problems, always consult a professional water heater installer to minimize downtime during this process.
8) Lastly, water heaters typically last 8-12 years so be sure to check the water heater manual. Get information about warranty information before purchasing a replacement if your water heater is old enough.
Conclusion paragraph:
The process of installing a water heater includes first determining whether you need a permit or not, turning off the gas supply and electrical power at the circuit breaker box, locating the water heater location by accounting for water exchanges with other appliances in close proximity, drilling holes where necessary through the water heater compartment if attaching components outside of it (such as allowing room for water lines), attaching attached components including hoses that will connect to water lines, connecting water lines if necessary, turning the gas supply back on and beginning usage of water heater, remembering to allow for ventilation by following all local code requirements for water heater installation, checking water heater instruction manuals for warranty information before purchasing a replacement if the water heater is old enough.
We know that a lot of you will be heading out to do some final summer shopping. And, as most people are aware by now, the holiday season is just around the corner. But before you go back to school, we would like to offer one last reminder. How important it is to have a working water heater in your home. Since water heaters are not an item that many people purchase on their own but it’s worth taking the time at least once per year.
Author Bio:- Jacqueline Lewis
Jacqueline is a content marketing manager who formerly worked at Cali’s Choice Plumbing & Restoration. She is a writer, editor, and content strategist for plumbing services. Making her knowledge and skills a power, she amplifies the readers’ knowledge about the ways of the water leak and slab leak detection and their reciprocation.
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