Water heater bit the dust

[bigalpha]

My water heater is FUBAR. Anyone around qualified to sweat copper pipes and install NG lines to my water heater?

 

[xjtrailrider]

I did mine myself, its really not hard. Just make sure the copper is dry/clean before sweating it, also soap the gas connections to check for leaks after connecting.

My next hot water heater will be one of the new units that heats the water on demand, screw the big tank!

 

[bigalpha]

I'm positive that I could do this job. however, the ole lady doesn't want to do the gas connection. It can be frustrating.

 

[Jamescad04]

http://www.rinnai.us/tankless-water-heater/

Go with one of these way more efficient and will save you tons of money in the long run plus it saves you space.

 

[bigalpha]

I'd like one. Considering they are about 2x as much as a conventional, I'll have to pass.

 

[Jamescad04]

http://www.rinnai.us/offers-rebates/
may help you out.

 

[kingmeirl]

i worked for a plumber for three years. did LOTS of water heaters. IMHO the gas connection is a LOT easier than soldering copper. gas is less than 10 psi inside the house and water is 60 - 80 psi, which is a lot harder to contain... put 7 rounds of teflon tape and coat it with pipe dope. spray with soapy water if you smell anything.

 

[wingnutooa]

i can help you do it but you'll have to provide the tools. i don't have a torch.

and some gas money....

 

[bigalpha]

Well, our new Whirlpool water heater is installed and providing scorching water to our house. Thanks for the offer, but alas, twas a little too late.