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Old 03-03-2025, 10:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Topspinmo View Post
You’re on borrowed time. I imagine code will require expansion tank. Never mentioned it was gas or electric? Electric usually cheaper.
Some plumbers will refer to the replacement as a "repair" and not install an expansion tank. OP, if you do replace the water heater, I would recommend that you insist on any quote to include an expansion tank. Also, you should get an overflow pan under the water heater, if you don't already have one. These are both code requirements today.