C.Chase
New Member
Hi, I've just had a crash course in WH's! Thanks to everyone in this forum, lots of helpful information!!
Currently, getting estimates on replacing this nearly 17yr WH, Rheem Ngas 50g, it started gushing out the bottom- where the blue meets the white tank in pict-- I never did any kind of drain flush etc maintenance- BC I didn't know I should. But apparently there is a circulation line installed- at bottom of tank to the drain valve, in 1st picture.
**Is it possible that this circulation line, pictured, kept the sediment in tank to a minimum??
----it has a small motor? Pump? Sry, idk. attached inline before the copper heads into house. Well, it hasn't been plugged in, but it was explained to me that it probably was still draining BC of gravity pull.
Ok,
One Plumber explained the"loop", said remove it, I don't need it, asked why do I need it especially if not plugged in & the constant heat would destroy my copper pipes. He wants to remove, &plug pipe. &Yes, charge me extra for that. He also says I should get new handle to turn water incoming on/off up at top of tank, 3rd pict. He said it will probably start leaking. It never has, & an extra $25 charge. He will roll old tank to my curb. & Replace 2water lines& gas line.
Another Plumber said, you already have it plumbed, keep it, even without plugging it in, it is draining & helping remove sediment buildup. He charges no extra to keep or remove. Of course his phone bid was high anyhow, before learning of circulation pipe. He has 1price for standard 50g- replace WH, & hoses. & Something about replace a gas valve included. & Haul old tank away.
QUESTION- which is correct? Do I keep line or not??
Also,
Should I replace the incoming water inlet faucet just because? Should the gas valve be changed- is that standard?
*Finally, currently have original brass water lines at tank top, no leaks- should they be replaced with stainless steel? & Gas inlet line at bottom replaced with what?
Sorry for lengthy post! I just want to be clear enough to get some good helpful feedback. I'm tired of being taken advantage of in situations like this... Yes I'm a gal-- & if I had more muscle I'd install myself!! That & if I knew about soldering pipes!!
Thanks everyone!!!
**OK, now to make final decision on if I replace WH with rheem performance platinum 12yr warranty, I'd supply from home depot-- or go with Bradford white from Ferguson's 6yr warranty model# URG150T6N -- I can supply& have Plumber install, or let Plumber supply the BW. Rheem isn't carried except at home depot. I'm in Los Angeles county.
Currently, getting estimates on replacing this nearly 17yr WH, Rheem Ngas 50g, it started gushing out the bottom- where the blue meets the white tank in pict-- I never did any kind of drain flush etc maintenance- BC I didn't know I should. But apparently there is a circulation line installed- at bottom of tank to the drain valve, in 1st picture.
**Is it possible that this circulation line, pictured, kept the sediment in tank to a minimum??
----it has a small motor? Pump? Sry, idk. attached inline before the copper heads into house. Well, it hasn't been plugged in, but it was explained to me that it probably was still draining BC of gravity pull.
Ok,
One Plumber explained the"loop", said remove it, I don't need it, asked why do I need it especially if not plugged in & the constant heat would destroy my copper pipes. He wants to remove, &plug pipe. &Yes, charge me extra for that. He also says I should get new handle to turn water incoming on/off up at top of tank, 3rd pict. He said it will probably start leaking. It never has, & an extra $25 charge. He will roll old tank to my curb. & Replace 2water lines& gas line.
Another Plumber said, you already have it plumbed, keep it, even without plugging it in, it is draining & helping remove sediment buildup. He charges no extra to keep or remove. Of course his phone bid was high anyhow, before learning of circulation pipe. He has 1price for standard 50g- replace WH, & hoses. & Something about replace a gas valve included. & Haul old tank away.
QUESTION- which is correct? Do I keep line or not??
Also,
Should I replace the incoming water inlet faucet just because? Should the gas valve be changed- is that standard?
*Finally, currently have original brass water lines at tank top, no leaks- should they be replaced with stainless steel? & Gas inlet line at bottom replaced with what?
Sorry for lengthy post! I just want to be clear enough to get some good helpful feedback. I'm tired of being taken advantage of in situations like this... Yes I'm a gal-- & if I had more muscle I'd install myself!! That & if I knew about soldering pipes!!
Thanks everyone!!!
**OK, now to make final decision on if I replace WH with rheem performance platinum 12yr warranty, I'd supply from home depot-- or go with Bradford white from Ferguson's 6yr warranty model# URG150T6N -- I can supply& have Plumber install, or let Plumber supply the BW. Rheem isn't carried except at home depot. I'm in Los Angeles county.