How long does it take to replace an electric water heater?

• <div><p>The amount of time it takes to replace an electric water heater will depend on the skill level of the individual who is replacing it. For example, if you replace it yourself–and you don’t have much experience–you can expect the project to take a full day. </p><p>However, if you have a certified plumber or water heater contractor install your new water heater, it can take as little as 2 to 3 hours.</p></div>

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Q: Can you install an expansion tank anywhere?

• <div><p>No. Expansion tanks must be installed on the supply side (where heated water flows out) of the boiler. There&rsquo;s also a list of other requirements for most boilers, including being above the pressure relief valves, being on the inner side of any circulator, and more. Your installation manual should have more information on expansion tank installation requirements and what sort of tank the system is made for. </p></div>

Q: What happens if you install a water heater without a permit?

• <div><p>Installing a water heater without a permit can result in high fines&mdash;as much as hundreds of dollars per day, in some areas. It can also void your homeowners' insurance and cause problems when selling your home because it violates local building codes and safety regulations.</p></div>

Q: Do electric water heaters need ventilation around them?

• <div><p>Electric water heaters do not need an attached vent, but the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/does-location-my-water-heater-matter.htm">location of the water heater</a> should allow for roughly 12 inches of clearance around it. This allows cool air to flow around the appliance and allows repair technicians to work on its components safely. The exact amount of clearance space required depends on your local building codes. </p></div>

Q: What do I need to replace after water damage?

• <div><p>Any item that can hold on to moisture and encourage mold growth should be discarded and replaced following water damage. Upholstered items, such as armchairs and couches, and soft items, such as mattresses, usually must be thrown away once they've taken on a lot of water. Soft furniture is difficult to dry out, creating an inviting environment for mold.</p><p>You may also need to replace hardwood furniture following water damage if you're unable to fully dry it out. If you have appliances and electronics that have been fully submerged in water, particularly sewage, you'll need to replace those, too.</p></div>

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Reviewed in April 2022
Kurt was absolutely excellent. He quoted me a fair, comprehensives price after coming to my house and explaining the issues and what needed to be fixed (I found out my main shut-off was leaking and not up to modern codes!). Then, once I gave a deposit, I had the job scheduled and completed...
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Reviewed in August 2016
Representative did a great job of outlining the options. I also installed a twin tank fleck water softener with a whole house carbon system. 1/3rd price of Kinetico 1/3-1/2 less than Culligan/Ellingson/Eco with less pressure. I liked it so much that I had him install the system at our cabin....
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Reviewed in December 2015
Had a little problem briefly with getting the furnace to start so called Olson heating because they installed it 16 years ago. Their inspector (Eric) found the heat exchanger to be bad. I didn't want to replace it at that time but didn't have any options. Eric left a couple of electric heaters...
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Reviewed in February 2014
It was an evening and my renter called to say the water wouldn't shut off in the shower. The serviceman was there immediately, shut the water off, replaced the parts all within a couple of hours. I use this company all the time because I can rely on them to get any job done in a timely and...
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It went very well. I contacted Klimek Bros and told them we were frequently getting hard water and rust stains and may need a new system as mine is over 20 years old. Klimek Bros sent a water technician out and he tested the water for iron and hardness (we have well water) and explained how...
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"Great! Kurt Koegel made an initial visit to evaluate the setting. We were deciding between a regular water heater and a tankless one. Kurt was professional and straightforward with pros and cons. We based our decision on the information he provided and believe we made the best decision for our situation. The removal of the old water heater and installation of the new one was flawless. We had excellent communication with the company through the entire process. We highly recommend Koegel Plumbing."

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"Paul did excellent work on replacing our pressure tank. Also, redid plumbing pipes by water heater."

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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

No. Expansion tanks must be installed on the supply side (where heated water flows out) of the boiler. There’s also a list of other requirements for most boilers, including being above the pressure relief valves, being on the inner side of any circulator, and more. Your installation manual should have more information on expansion tank installation requirements and what sort of tank the system is made for.

Installing a water heater without a permit can result in high fines—as much as hundreds of dollars per day, in some areas. It can also void your homeowners' insurance and cause problems when selling your home because it violates local building codes and safety regulations.

Electric water heaters do not need an attached vent, but the location of the water heater should allow for roughly 12 inches of clearance around it. This allows cool air to flow around the appliance and allows repair technicians to work on its components safely. The exact amount of clearance space required depends on your local building codes.

The amount of time it takes to replace an electric water heater will depend on the skill level of the individual who is replacing it. For example, if you replace it yourself–and you don’t have much experience–you can expect the project to take a full day.

However, if you have a certified plumber or water heater contractor install your new water heater, it can take as little as 2 to 3 hours.

Any item that can hold on to moisture and encourage mold growth should be discarded and replaced following water damage. Upholstered items, such as armchairs and couches, and soft items, such as mattresses, usually must be thrown away once they've taken on a lot of water. Soft furniture is difficult to dry out, creating an inviting environment for mold.

You may also need to replace hardwood furniture following water damage if you're unable to fully dry it out. If you have appliances and electronics that have been fully submerged in water, particularly sewage, you'll need to replace those, too.

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