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Q: What is the proper vent pipe for a water heater?

• <div><p>Due to the high temperature, using stainless steel vent pipes for your tankless water heater&rsquo;s exhaust vent is best. Also, it is safe to use a flexible vent duct as the exhaust fan. If installing the exhaust fan yourself, make sure you are using heat-resistant silicon to connect the exhaust vent and the duct on your water heater.</p></div>

Q: Does a water softener ruin a water heater?

• <div><p>The chemicals in a water softener can wear down the anode rod in the heater and shorten its life span. However, for most people, the benefits of the softener outweigh this potential drawback.</p><p>Have a plumber inspect the anode rod annually for damage, as replacing the anode rod is far less expensive than replacing the entire water heater. </p></div>

Q: Can you vent a gas water heater out the side of the house?

• <div><p>You can and should vent the gas from your hot water heater to the outside of your home. Traditionally, these gases were vented back to other gas appliances, like stoves or furnaces, but many jurisdictions have outlawed this practice due to the risks it provides. </p><p>Most water heaters today use atmospheric venting that exhausts the gas out of the home through a pipe.</p></div>

Q: Do both my boiler and water heater need their own expansion tank?

• <div><p>Unless they are connected to the same system, boilers and water heaters will both need their own expansion tanks. The only case they wouldn&rsquo;t have separate expansion tanks is if the boiler is pulling double duty and managing a heating system while also supplying hot water for a home. In which case, you may not need a hot water heater. </p></div>

Q: Do you have to replace expansion tanks at the same time as your hot water heater?

• <div><p>You don&rsquo;t have to replace expansion tanks at the same time as your hot water heater. You may be able to go six to 12 years or more before needing to replace your expansion tank. At <b>$150 to $450</b>, hot water heater expansion tanks are usually much more affordable than the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-water-heater-installation-cost.htm">cost of hot water tanks</a> themselves, which average about $1,190.</p></div>

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Last update on October 16, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
Lucas was very professional, extremely friendly, very thorough in his job. Did a great job made sure I was happy. Haul the old water heater away. I was so pleased he's coming back to replumb my sump pump lines. Would not hesitate to call him for any plumbing jobs. Oh yea he put in new sink...
The Plumbers Plumber LLC
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Reviewed in December 2024
We where given a quote than ask for half the money that was no problem. But we where billed almost double what the quote was with no idamised statement ti show why it was so much more. Thay also turned on the water to our neighbors out building and flooded it. Instead of asking what they where...
Carson Construction
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Reviewed in November 2021
This is the story I did not want to have to write. Sunpro first came to me a year ago, a GREAT salesman, very friendly, sincere and thorough. I made decision to "go Sunpro" in February, so he put the wheels in motion. Everything began with no problem, until we were 3 months into the process and...
ADT Solar
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Reviewed in December 2020
Very professional and knowledgeable. Extremely pleased with their work and ability to answer all our questions. Loving our water!! Would highly recommend The Water Guys!
The Water Guys
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Reviewed in December 2017
They walked every inch and replaced 38 broken tiles. They discovered that the flashing around the chimney was causing water damage and fixed that without any fuss. I would definitely hire this company again for our second home in Victorville.
Certified Roofing
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Reviewed in August 2014
<p>The company’s representative came out examined our roof and showed us the damage on the roof, gave a good understanding of the damage and gave us three options of how we can repair our roof. He was very knowledgeable and not pushy. The company e-mailed the estimate cost of each of the repair...
GlennStone Roofing And Fence Company
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Reviewed in August 2013
The diagnosis was correct and despite delays caused by manufacturer's call wait times, Davis staff remained patient and professional and got the issue resolved. Other companies in the area did not want to tackle the issue with a tankless hot water heater. <br />
Davis & Son, LLC. Plumbing, HVAC & Electrical
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Reviewed in July 2013
The man who came out was pretty good. Their company actually could not help us for the water damage that we had going on but he gave me so many different suggestions on how to fix it without using their company because it was not what their company does. He came out and spent probably an hour...
PEP Waterproofing
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Reviewed in October 2012
Had knowledge of all aspects of remodel, done a good job on everything, the cost included several upper end furnishings, stayed with the job until completion, cleaned up after each operation and hauled all off, done all that we asked and we thought done a good job, had one water leak in the...
JDS Construction
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Reviewed in September 2011
I had called about getting a hot water unit replaced. I noticed they had many other services and asked if they could also quote me on cleaning my vent system. A gentleman by the name of Dave showed up the same day and looked over our vent system and the hot water heater. I had the quote the...
West Mechanical Services
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Gritz Construction

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Serving Purdy, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

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Customers say: Quality work

"Fritz Construction completely gutted and repaired my home. Floors, ceilings, all electrical, all light fixtures, removal of gas heater...too much to list. He took a flood disaster and created a beautiful home from the rubble. I am forever grateful, and he will be a friend for life. He's fair, reasonable, patient, and more importantly, knowledgeable in all fields of home building."

Response time1 day

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Recommended by78%of homeowners

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Serving Purdy, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

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Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, \nintegrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best \nto keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look \nforward to earning your business!

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Serving Purdy, MO and surrounding areas

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Offers commercial services

"Quilty work at a great price. They do their best to fit you in to the schedule. Just wonderful people. Really treat u like family. Thanks Townsend plumbing"

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Serving Purdy, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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"We’ve used Martin’s Plumbing multiple times for a variety of projects, and every experience has been great! They are always professional, responsive, and quick to get the job done. If you’re looking for a company that genuinely cares and treats your home or business with the same care and respect as their own, I highly recommend Martin’s Plumbing. It’s hard to find a team you can truly count on, and they are definitely one of them!"

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Webster Construction

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Serving Purdy, MO and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

I’m a young outgoing individual, I’ve had a full time job since I was 14 trying every trade you can think of I have several years of plumbing under my belt, I’m a skilled framer, I’ve done electric for several years and even done mechanical work, I found a love and passion for handyman work and decided I was ready to take the leap on my own! If you need anything done no job is to big or small don’t be afraid to reach out I’d love to come check it out for you!!

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Tap Heating & Cooling

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Serving Purdy, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"no heat, no money came out and did a temp. last time was temp. Called came out. put in a whole new hvac need to call back before turn on ac. They were fantastic. axel jones roscoe edwards. were here at 930 and at about 10to 1 were done and guaranteed heat woudl be back on and cleaned up. perfect."

Recommended by94%of homeowners

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Serving Purdy, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Don didn't rest until I had hot water again. Stayed in contact and dealt with multiple complications."

Response time4 hrs

Response rate94%

Recommended by88%of homeowners

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Serving Purdy, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mark has done a lot of work for us over the years. He has always been responsive, and professional. I would highly recommend him for any plumbing needs you might have."

40 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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Serving Purdy, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a fine job. It took them 3 days to do, and they cleaned up very well."

Recommended by70%of homeowners

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Serving Purdy, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

"Great customer service and workmanship. Had a hot water heater replaced and highly recommend Jerry."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

Due to the high temperature, using stainless steel vent pipes for your tankless water heater’s exhaust vent is best. Also, it is safe to use a flexible vent duct as the exhaust fan. If installing the exhaust fan yourself, make sure you are using heat-resistant silicon to connect the exhaust vent and the duct on your water heater.

The chemicals in a water softener can wear down the anode rod in the heater and shorten its life span. However, for most people, the benefits of the softener outweigh this potential drawback.

Have a plumber inspect the anode rod annually for damage, as replacing the anode rod is far less expensive than replacing the entire water heater.

You can and should vent the gas from your hot water heater to the outside of your home. Traditionally, these gases were vented back to other gas appliances, like stoves or furnaces, but many jurisdictions have outlawed this practice due to the risks it provides.

Most water heaters today use atmospheric venting that exhausts the gas out of the home through a pipe.

Unless they are connected to the same system, boilers and water heaters will both need their own expansion tanks. The only case they wouldn’t have separate expansion tanks is if the boiler is pulling double duty and managing a heating system while also supplying hot water for a home. In which case, you may not need a hot water heater.

You don’t have to replace expansion tanks at the same time as your hot water heater. You may be able to go six to 12 years or more before needing to replace your expansion tank. At $150 to $450, hot water heater expansion tanks are usually much more affordable than the cost of hot water tanks themselves, which average about $1,190.

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