Are you getting ready to install a brand-new hot water tank? Maybe you're wondering exactly what you should expect during the water tank installation process. The hot water tank installation process is normally quick. However, it is beneficial for you to understand all the processes that will take place for your water heater to get installed so that you can be as informed as possible.
Consult With the Technician
The first step in the entire process is a consultation. This often happens over the phone. You will talk to the installer about your budget, the type of water tank, and the amount of water that you use. The installer will ask you where the tank is located in your house and whether it uses gas or electricity. There are tank and tankless models available so the installer will want to know if your current water heater has a tank or is tankless. This is vital information that will help your installer decide which water heater is right for your needs.
Prepare for Installation
You will need to prepare the area for the installation of your new hot water tank. If you do an over-the-phone consultation, it is always helpful to provide pictures for your installer. This will help them to pre-assess how best to install your tank. Take pictures of your electrical outlets and vents. If you have the time, you could also take a video as this will be even more helpful than taking pictures. Clean up the area where the water heater will be installed so that your installer can get to work immediately.
Installation Day
You will probably be surprised at how quickly the installation goes. This is especially true if you replace your hot water tank with a similar model as you had before. If you are changing from one type of water heater to another, you may find that the installation takes more time.
This is because there is likely to be a need to install water lines, vents, and new power outlets. Once the installation is complete, your installer will clean up the area for you and take the old unit with them for disposal. When your hot water tank breaks it can be inconvenient, to say the least. This is especially true if it stops working during the winter season.
Install Your Heater
Changing your hot water tank is not difficult, and sometimes you can have a new hot water tank installed the same day or at the very least the next day. Just be sure you communicate what you need so you can get the right water tank.
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