Cost of updating Water Heater?

Question

HOw much should I expect to pay to have my Water Heater updated to meet City Codes? City= Carrollton, TX

- elevated 18" off garage floor
- insulated water pipes
- approved water heater pan
- install drain line to outside
- Drain pipes to outside

Answer 1

Including a new 20 year water about $1000. Without maybe $600.

I suggest you look into a new TANKLESS water heater. They cost $500 to $600 more, but you NEVER EVER run out of hot water and they use a LOT less gas because they only run when you are using hot water as opposed to the regular water heater that keeps water hot all night and all day when you are at work.

I got one and I love it! There are many brands I put a link to the manufacturer of the one I have.

Answer 2

I do not know how old your Hot water heater is but it sounds like it would be cheaper (get estimates) to have a new one installed to code.

Call a Plumber and tell them what you need and get some estimates. Then ask them about doing the same with a new one.

I often think about having ours changed to a new one. But even though it is 29 years old, aside from having to change one of the heating elements 3 or 4 times, it heats the hot water for a three bath house, laundry, dishwasher and the regular kitchen needs.
So it seems pointless.

Answer 3

If your water heater is already installed, there shouldn't be any reason for you to have to change it. Usually city codes are only effective if you move or change your system or replace it. Federal, State, and local codes are updated every year, but they usually only apply to new installations/ retrofits/ upgrades/ replacements and new construction.

Since your equipment is already there it should be considered a pre-existing condition.

Answer 4

the first thing you should ask your self is this, "Why am I updating my waterheater" if your waterheater is working why would you change it, please answer that question for me, is the city making you change it