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Old 05-14-2023, 08:07 AM
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Default Electric Hot Water Heater Tank
Contrary to some replies, do NOT use Lowes or Home Depot. Their contractors charge about $700 more than some others. I recommend Roger Pearce (352-572-8954), who installed an A.O. Smith equivalent to the big box stores for $850. He replaced and rerouted the expansion tank (so it wasn't near the ceiling) and replaced the tray. He does this himself (he's a strong guy) so you're not paying extra for helper. He is busy so you may have to wait a few weeks. Hint: he leaves the thermostat at factory setting which is low for our dish washer - ask him to set it a bit higher to at least 140 degrees.