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04-09-2013, 03:17 PM | #32 |
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The first hot water heater was defective (GE). GE offered to pay for the parts but not the labor and since it was not working too well anyway, I chose to replace it for not much more than the cost of the labor. This last summer, we noticed that the hot water wasn't lasting as long, so I turned up the heat and it's been fine since. But my contractor of ten years believes it's just a quick fix due to sediment buildup since replacing it in 2007. I'll look into a flush, although it may not be feasible to due to the drain emptying onto a flagstone patio with a polyurethane finish. I'd be concerned the sediment and whatever might stain or remove that finish. |
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04-09-2013, 03:22 PM | #36 |
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I hook a garden hose to the drain and run it out into the yard. I look for the place with the most weeds to dump the scalding water on.
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04-09-2013, 03:25 PM | #37 |
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My HWH went out in 2011 I bought another tank, I wanted an electric tankless but the guy who installed advised against it... I am wondering the same thing... Sure would love to claim that closet space in the laundry room
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04-09-2013, 03:35 PM | #38 | |
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04-09-2013, 03:37 PM | #39 |
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Also pay a bit more to purchase from an authorized retailer, the extra hundred is worth it to make sure you're not getting a refurb or one that was reported "destroyed".
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04-09-2013, 03:49 PM | #41 |
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If the heater is over 8 years old, you may as well buy a new one since it's at the end of it's life expectancy. Otherwise, buy a rebuild kit that includes both elements and T-stats, TURN THE POWER OFF, drain the heater and swap out the parts, re-fill the heater then (and only then) turn the power back on. Done deal...
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04-09-2013, 03:51 PM | #42 | |
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Typically the hot side has rusted shut when this happens and is first noticed @ the shower since it has the most draw. Disconnect the hot pipe and use a screwdriver to break free any rust in the hot opening on the heater
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