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Water Heaters
 Tank-Type or Storage Water Heaters are the most common type found in residential and commercial buildings in the United States. Water is kept continuously hot and ready for use in a tank found inside or outside the residence. The average lifespan of a traditional storage type water heater is 8-12 years. There is nothing worse than realizing you need to replace your water heater too late! Your hot morning showers are turning cold and that is a sure sign that your water heater has sprung or leak or stopped working...
Installation & Maintenance Installing a new water heater or replacing an old heater is a fairly basic task. To remove your existing water heater make sure you follow these steps:- If you heater is gas powered make sure you shut-off the gas in your home.
- Turn off the water supply in your home and turn all the hot water faucets on to drain any existing water in the pipes.
- Disconnect or cut the piping connecting to the water heater.
 Once the old tank is removed follow these steps to add the new water heater:- Clean the area where the water heater will be installed.
- Re-Connect piping to the new water heater.
- Keep the hot water faucets in your home on and turn the water back on. This will help remove any air trapped in the lines.
Maintenance Tips:- Drain your water heater twice a year to get rid of any sediment build-up.
- If your water heater has a "vacation mode" setting make sure you use this when you leave for 5 days or more. You will save money on your heating and water bill.
Choosing a Contractor We have included a few general questions you should ask your contractor before starting any repiping or plumbing job. What Should I ask my Contractor?- Are they experienced with this type of work? Can they provide past references?
- How long will the job take?
- Can the contractor guarantee a completion date?
- Will they assist in obtaining the necessary permits for the job?
- What type of repiping material will they be using? Copper or Plastic and why?
- Will you need to replace your exterior piping from the city water main to your home?
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