What happens if a water heater is not vented properly?

• <div><p>If your system is not vented properly, you could experience what’s called backdrafting. Backdrafting is when your ventilation system isn’t working as it should, and instead of releasing gases outside, they get trapped inside your home. </p><p>Gas and propane water heaters create a few types of combustion gases, but the most dangerous is carbon monoxide. If there’s too much build-up of these gases inside your home, it can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.</p></div>

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Q: How often should a gas water heater be replaced?

• <div><p>You should replace your gas water heater when it&rsquo;s reached the end of its lifespan, which is a maximum of 12 years in most cases. If your unit is over a decade old and showing signs of inefficiency, leaks, or frequent malfunctions, it may be time to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-replace-gas-water-heater.htm">replace your water heater</a>. Research how to best maintain your gas water heater to help extend its lifespan.</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: Can a heat pump water heater work in colder climates?

• <div><p>Yes, a heat pump water heater can work in colder climates but it&rsquo;s much more effective where it&rsquo;s warm. The reason is that the heat pump needs ambient warmth in the air to compress. The less warmth, the more compression required, thus using more electricity and offsetting the energy-efficient benefits. </p></div>

Q: What’s wrong with high water pressure?

• <div><p>Excessive pressure (above 80 psi) puts too much stress on plumbing pipes, joints, and fixtures. This can lead to leaks and burst pipes. Plus, it shortens the lifespan of appliances, can waste water, and can raise your utility bills. High water pressure might feel like a gift, but it&rsquo;s actually a silent threat to plumbing. </p></div>

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Reviewed in June 2021
I called several plumbers to fix my parents hot water heater pipes that were leaking. Lyles was the only one that called me back. They were able to come out and fix the repair the same day!! Super nice and friendly service! Would highly recommend them!
Lyles Plumbing and Excavation
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Reviewed in September 2019
Great job unclog drains check water pressure and cover outside drain
Stewart Plumbing Co
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Reviewed in October 2017
After they arrived and began work I was told that they were not going to install the heat strips. They got the salesman on the phone, and I asked how much of the quoted price he had included for the heat strips. He said "About $20." I was guessing at least $500 to $800, but have since been given...
RW Heating, Air, Plumbing & Electrical Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2015
They didn't do a very good job. The tub is not leveled correctly so the water just stands and doesn't drain properly. There are gaps in the wall where you can see through to the next room when standing in the shower. The shower surrounds are crooked and the tub is not really fastened down like...
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Tupelo and Oxford
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Reviewed in September 2014
Every part of this job went perfectly - from the coupon ordering - to the first contact - his calls to discuss and confirm the dates - his call when he was on the way and the hours spent working in the Memphis Summer heat. I could not have asked for a better company and crew - there was nothing...
1-855 US Trash
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Reviewed in June 2014
One of the back windows has parts missing. The screens droop and will not stay in place. They nailed some of the trim and tried to cover with caulking. They have been slow to respond to their problems with quality control. We request that they take care of these problems. They advertise a life...
Window World of Tupelo
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Reviewed in October 2013
Awful. The man (Marty H.) came with the crew the first day and then left. We did not see him until the job was over. His crew looked like convicts that he had gotten out on work-release. They tore one of the screens upstairs and did not claim respnsibility nor offer to replace it. After a...
Advance Roofing
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Reviewed in August 2013
Have used Matthews Heating and Air Conditioning for over 12 years. Always professional, friendly, neat, fair and prompt.
Matthews Heating & Air Conditioning Svc
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Reviewed in August 2013
Very professional. Drained out the water, removed the two units and put in the new ones without any problems. I have had trouble with providers in the past and they were recommended by our gas company. We did not compare prices with anyone else. We did not call anyone else. Not sure if the...
Mid Mississippi Heating & Cooling / Raymond
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Reviewed in April 2013
We have been their customer for about 13 years now. They do all of our heating, air, and plumbing services. We feel like they are very honest. If something ever goes wrong after a repair, they come out immediately to repair the issue.
Mitch Wright Plumbing Heating & Air
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Triton Construction Company has 3 employees! We have a page on Facebook where are pictures of our jobs are it is under Triton Construction Company! We love helping people for a cheap and reasonable price. Thanks and have a great day!!!

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Solar Wolf is a full service solar company with a great reputation and an old world belief to our customers. To under-promise and over-deliver, period. We have 18 years experience in construction, remodeling, roofing, solar water heaters, solar pv systems, battery back-up systems and much more. See what Solar Wolf Energy can do for you!

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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

If your system is not vented properly, you could experience what’s called backdrafting. Backdrafting is when your ventilation system isn’t working as it should, and instead of releasing gases outside, they get trapped inside your home.

Gas and propane water heaters create a few types of combustion gases, but the most dangerous is carbon monoxide. If there’s too much build-up of these gases inside your home, it can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

You should replace your gas water heater when it’s reached the end of its lifespan, which is a maximum of 12 years in most cases. If your unit is over a decade old and showing signs of inefficiency, leaks, or frequent malfunctions, it may be time to replace your water heater. Research how to best maintain your gas water heater to help extend its lifespan.

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.

Yes, a heat pump water heater can work in colder climates but it’s much more effective where it’s warm. The reason is that the heat pump needs ambient warmth in the air to compress. The less warmth, the more compression required, thus using more electricity and offsetting the energy-efficient benefits.

Excessive pressure (above 80 psi) puts too much stress on plumbing pipes, joints, and fixtures. This can lead to leaks and burst pipes. Plus, it shortens the lifespan of appliances, can waste water, and can raise your utility bills. High water pressure might feel like a gift, but it’s actually a silent threat to plumbing.

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