Have any of you replaced your water heater yourself? Have any of you attempted to do so and failed, only to hire someone else to do it? Are any of you plumbers with opinions about a non-plumber's likelihood of success? Any thoughts on cost of professional installation vs. costs to purchase the necessary equipment?
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posted by nohaybanda
on May 10, 2013 -
13 answers
I got a water softener and when it goes into recharge mode it drains all the water from my water heater. This happens about once a week and it causes the water heater to try and fill. Of course as there is no water being provided this just means it is sucking air. The pulling of air is so violent that it shakes the intake pipes and creates a thundering racket.
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posted by M Edward
on Feb 28, 2013 -
8 answers
Hi there,
My mom needs a new furnace & hot water heater. Both are super old and and need to be replaced. Both will be electric, she lives in a condo and doesn't have gas or propane. Can anyone recommend an electrician or HVAC company in the area? I'm checking our Sears and have a recommendation for Aire Serve from an acquaintance.
Thanks!
posted by reddot
on Feb 24, 2013 -
4 answers
Indoor Plumbing Filter: Help me understand a valve on my hot water line and how to stop a leak.
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posted by msbutah
on Apr 14, 2012 -
8 answers
Are we killing our neighbor's tree with our hot water heater? If so, what can we do about it?
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 20, 2011 -
14 answers
The temperature of the hot water in my shower was hotter today. Not scalding or uncomfortable, but hotter than I've felt it before. Why would that happen, and should I inspect the water heater? How do I do that, and what should I look for?
posted by bleary
on Sep 21, 2010 -
13 answers
Can I expect American Home Shield or any other home warranty company to replace my A/C when it dies? Are there any other good, reliable home warranty companies out there?
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posted by roaring beast
on Jul 13, 2009 -
5 answers
My hot water heater is leaking a very small amount of water. It looks like it only happens when hot water is used. Who do I call about this and how serious is this?
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posted by hazyspring
on Apr 6, 2009 -
25 answers
Why does my upstairs shower run out of hot water long before the one downstairs? I only have one water heater...
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posted by tomwheeler
on Dec 29, 2007 -
17 answers
Does replacing the sacrificial anode in your water-heater with a different alloy anode really work to eliminate the stinky water?
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posted by Thorzdad
on Dec 9, 2007 -
11 answers
NoobHomeOwnerFilter: Where do I start troubleshooting water temperature issues?
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posted by pdb
on Nov 19, 2007 -
21 answers
How dangerous is it to live in a small room with a gas-powered water heater? Will I die?
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posted by beerbajay
on Apr 26, 2007 -
17 answers
What does the water pressure coming into your house have to do with installing a water heater?
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posted by katyjack
on Oct 2, 2006 -
12 answers
Anyone have any thoughts on
Tankless Water Heaters, specifically gas ones however thoughts on electric ones too would be nice I guess. Distance to kitchen/shower? Ok to put one in a cold room such as a garage? Other important things to know about one before calling the plumber?
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posted by pwb503
on Dec 21, 2005 -
24 answers
My 50 gallon (electric) water heater is on the verge of complete breakdown & it's time for a new one. You'd think living in Arizona I'd know somebody with a solar water heater, but no. Are they efficient? How much more initial expense than a conventional unit? Thanks!
posted by carriest
on Apr 11, 2005 -
7 answers
my new-ish gas-fired water heater has started to cut out after maybe 10 minutes use. if i close and re-open the tap it fires up again. it's pretty basic - a box on a wall with electronic ignition that runs off bottled gas (propane or butane, i suppose). can anyone explain why this happens (the 15kg gas cylinder is no longer new, but certainly not near empty)? thanks.
posted by andrew cooke
on Jan 29, 2005 -
15 answers
