In the process of purchasing a home and the inspector said that hot water was reaching first floor but not second. What's the deal?
2006-12-20 08:03:28 · 13 answers · asked by Curtis W 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Immigration
Maybe the 2nd floor didn't want the hot water to migrate there...
I don't know...didn't realize that water could cause an immigration problem.
2006-12-20 08:05:53 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 0⤋
It is possible the people who had the place before did not use the second floor and have a valve shut off(the hot water heater could be isolated and still have cold water to the second floor) The only other reason I can think of would be that the hot water heater has a problem and cannot produce enough hot water to reach the second floor, I would check to see how hot the water gets on the first floor and how long it lasts. The heater could need to be replaced. Good Luck
2006-12-20 08:15:49 · answer #2 · answered by tpbthigb 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wrong catagory but:
If you had a burst pipe, you would have very little water pressure on the first floor, also.
Water heaters have a "blow off valve" that relieves pressure if it gets too high. This could be faulty. (been through this myself)
There may be a shut-off between the first and second floor if the home is or had been a rental unit.
Some sinks are installed with a shut-off valve underneath.
It is also entirely possible, if the 2nd floor had been remodled recently, that the water had never been reconnected.
Best bet is to have a plumber look at the water heater. Odds are thats where the problem lies.
2006-12-20 08:17:09 · answer #3 · answered by john_stolworthy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That means you will need to invest some money in fixing the pipes and water heater, which will cost you a lot. Water heater is not working efficiently, unable to go up to the second floor. I live on the third floor, so when other pple is showering downstairs, they took all the hot water, got to wait for the unbusy hour to shower, very inconvenient. Think before you buy the house to see if it's worth replacing the water heater.
2006-12-20 08:14:52 · answer #4 · answered by lil white 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One way of fixing the problem without major work is to install an instant electric water heater in the upper level bathroom. They cost only $125-300 depending on the one you purchase. It is easy to connect and can save the hassle of fixing the plumbing. The water will always be hot when you turn it on and it is cheaper to run.
2006-12-21 08:08:34 · answer #5 · answered by karen 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
were thes taps operating ? if so, did some thing substitute on your plumbinbg those days. is there an isolation valve that could be in part closed that you're responsive to that elements those particular furniture ? verify all supply up valves on your 2 affected furniture and be particular they're completely open - a nasty or defective bathe tap may reason a smooth flow connection cooling down the nice and cozy water besides -
2016-11-27 23:36:04 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
More than likely you went the inspector the Realtor recommended. The inspector is interested in the Realtor's interest more so of your interest
2006-12-20 08:14:02 · answer #7 · answered by Zoe 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Were you thinking of immigrating to fix the problem? Because that's the category your question is in.
2006-12-20 08:22:19 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
move the heater to the 2nd floor
2006-12-20 08:09:29 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Call a plumber.
This is the immigration category.
2006-12-20 08:14:26 · answer #10 · answered by Niecy 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋