Water Heater Installation

Things to know before you schedule

No

Yes
Are you replacing a Water Heater in the same location?
Replacing a Water Heater using the same fuel and in the same location is the least expensive type of installation.

Electric

LP Gas

Natural
Gas
Is your current Water Heater gas or electric?
Making sure you have the correct fuel for your needs will save an unnecessary trip to pick up the correct model.


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Other

30 amps

20 amps

220 amps

120 volts
If electric:

No

Yes
Is there a shut-off valve in the cold water inlet pipe?
This will let you shut off the water if the unit leaks. This may be a code requirement and may involve an additional charge.

No

Yes
If gas, is there a gas shut-off valve?
This will let you shut off the gas to the Water Heater. This may be a code requirement and may involve an additional charge.
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Other

3 inches

4 inches
How large is the vent connector leading to the chimney?
Common diameters are 3 and 4 inches. Higher recovery units need a 4-inch diameter. A plumber will know the code for your area.

Unsure

Rusted through

Corroding

Good
What condition is the vent pipe?
The vent connector carries the gases to the chimney. It must be in good condition to prevent flue gases from leaking into the house.
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Other

Mobile home

Residential
What is your location?
Mobile home and commercial installations may be more expensive. Check with the plumber.
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Other

Second story

Garage

Basement
Where is the unit located in your home?
More than one person may be required to bring the unit to a second floor or other difficult locations.

No

Yes
If the Water Heater is located in the garage, is the tank elevated?
Code requires the burner to be elevated when the Water Heater is located in an area that might contain flammable materials. If a Water Heater stand is required, there will be an additional charge.

No

Yes
If the unit is in a closet, is there a drain pan?
Sears has drain pans available for installations in areas where a water leak could cause extensive damage.
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If No, what needs to be moved?

No

Yes
Is your Water Heater accessible?
It will take more time to install if other appliances have to be moved in order to access the Water Heater.
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Gallons
How large is your current Water Heater?
Was your old unit adequate for your needs? Additional installation costs apply for Water Heaters of 52 gallons or larger (these require two installers).

Tall

Shorty - 50" or less
What is the height of the existing unit?
Water Heater models come in different heights.

No

Yes
Will the new unit be too wide or tall for the available space?
Measure the height, depth, and width of the space where you will put your new Water Heater.

No

Yes
Would you like the old unit hauled away?
Making sure you have the correct fuel for your needs will save an unnecessary trip to pick up the correct model.