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Licensed master plumber living in Kansas City. Installs all of the water heaters without any help from an assistant or another plumber.

Water Heater FAQ

Maintenance

Is it important to flush your water heater?

Leaking Water Heater

Why is my water heater leaking?

Installing a water heater

Do I need a thermal expansion tank?

Does a water heater need a di-electric union?

Can you connect pex directly to a water heater?

How do you pipe multiple water heaters?

Is it okay to use flexible water heater connectors?

Do I need to replace the shutoff valve for my water heater?

Lifespan of water heaters

How long do water heaters typically last?

Are water softeners bad for water heaters?

Is a PRV important for protecting a water heater?

Venting

What size vent connector should be used on a 132,000 BTU furnace?

Does my water heater need a 4″ vent?

What size vent does a 75 gal water heater need?

Do you need a 12″ rise off the top of the water heater vent?

Is it dangerous for my water heater vent to be next to a combustable?

Backdrafting

Why is my water heater backdrafting?

Water Heater Warranty

Does your water heater warranty transfer to a new homeowner?

Can I return my Rheem water heater to Home Depot?

General

Why is there a sewer smell coming from my basement?

Do you need to install a drain pan when replacing a water heater?

How do you light a pilot light on a Bradford White water heater?

Is a plumbing license required to replace a water heater?