If you want to upgrade your water heater, you may be wondering about the steps that it takes to complete a water heater installation. Keep in mind that this is not a project you should be completing alone. Instead, you need the help of an expert plumber to remove year old water heater and install a new one.
Just give us a call for your water heater installation in Eugene and we will take it from there. In the meantime, you can keep reading to learn more about the steps that it takes to remove your old water heater and connect a replacement. We are also reviewing briefly the differences between switching to a tank water heater versus a tankless model.
Preparation
Our first step is to prepare for the appointment by moving anything out of the way of our working area and looking at how your current water heater is set up so we can optimize the removal. We will complete an installation assessment before visiting your home for the actual installation.
We can talk to you about what to expect and how your new water heater will be set up compared to your current one. This way, on the day of installation we are prepared with all of the tools we need to make the process smooth. We also have to turn off the electricity, water lines, and gas lines leading to the water heater before beginning any of the next steps.
Removing the Old Water Heater
Before we can install anything new, we have to safely remove your old unit. This can also mean removing older connections that are wearing out or are outdated. We want to ensure that 100% of your new water heater is optimized for use. We don’t want to leave old connections in place that may wear down quickly and need to be repaired or replaced in the near future.
Making Adjustments
Our next step is to make any adjustments that your new water heater requires. For example, if you are switching from gas to electric or vice versa, we may need to run new electrical lines, or gas lines based on the upgrade needs. If you are switching to a tankless water heater, we will have to do additional work to run the appropriate lines for a tankless model. This can be a much more involved process compared to switching from a tank water heater to a similar tank water heater.
Installing the New Water Heater
Finally, we can get to work on actually putting your new water heater in place. Once everything is connected and secure, we can turn back on the gas, water, and electricity to begin testing your new water heater. We will also review the settings, operation guidelines, and even maintenance tips with you.
Tankless water heaters in particular require homeowner maintenance like cleaning out the water filter and air filter regularly. Doing this can help your water heater to operate more efficiently and to last longer. We can also highlight some signs that indicate your water heater is having problems. This way, you’ll know when to call for service if something ever goes wrong with the water heater.
Your comfort is our business! Comfort Flow Heating serves all of Oregon, so contact our team today to schedule your appointment.
