Getting Water Heater Into Attic

Use a cargo tie down ratcheting strap around the heater 2.

Getting water heater into attic.

In many cases the exhaust from the larger appliance heats up the common vent improving the flow of the water heater vent. Be sure to get up into your attic water heater at least twice a year to check your water heater for any sign of leaks. During the winter time a water heater and piping in the attic space should be insulated to protect against freezing temperatures. This is far less expensive than your water heater leaking and causing thousands of dollars worth of water damage.

How to hoist 50 gallon water heater into attic. Take a close look at any plumbing and gas fittings in the vicinity of the water heater for wet spots or signs of rust and corrosion and be sure to check the outer tank for any signs of rust. Use a rope to attach to the ratchet strap 3. Raise the heater up have a second person control the motion and guide it through the access point.

Another option is to choose a tankless water heaterto be installed in your attic. Another reason why installing a gas water heater in the attic is not a good idea is if the tank or any connection leaks. The water will flood rooms in the lower level and do the damage. Go up into the attic and stand on the rafters not the stairs 4.

If the builder has already installed your water heater in the attic you can get it moved to another location in the house or into the garage.