underneath and the pilot is still lit, what should I do? Are there any risks to the water leaking underneath?????????
2007-03-24 16:44:38 · 9 answers · asked by ticklefoot 4 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Will it cause a fire? Can a water heater explode?
2007-03-24 16:57:57 · update #1
One of two things...#1 it's too hot and the safety valve is popping or on the verge of popping (set the temp. back) or #2 the tank has developed a leak. On the water heater there is the date of manufacture (required by law). If the tank is old (10 years plus) and leaking from the tank...replace it.
2007-03-24 16:52:56 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it is leaking underneath and the house is new then the water heater should be under warranty. It should not have any problems other than maybe a loose fitting at top where the water lines come in, so there should be no leaks underneath.
2007-03-24 16:54:14 · answer #2 · answered by Law D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get a new water heater, you don't want to get water on the floor, especially if you have wood floor. or what ever floor you have. its time for a new water heater. its just going to get worse. call around and get free estimates. and you may want to consider getting copper piping instaled throughout the house and the one coming from the street. if you don't already have it. I did it, and I'm so happy I did. no more rusty water and the water pressure is awsome. I got lucky and I called the best company the first time and they did a fantastic job. and it has lifetime warranty. if you want, I can give you the name of the company. they hare very experienced and they do it right. and they replace all the faucets and all the pipes everywhere in the house.
2007-03-24 16:58:44 · answer #3 · answered by v k 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The leak could cause problems if it is in an area that has wood floor, causing the wood to rot over a period of time. It could also be a source of mold. It it is in a garage with a concrete floor, the only long term effect would be higher gas and water usage bills. I would recommend having it replaced. You didn't indicate whether you own or are renting. If you are renting, I would contact your landlord immediately. If you bought it, did the house come with a warranty?
2007-03-24 16:56:32 · answer #4 · answered by azcatlv 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only 'risk' is a higher water bill and gas bill. A leaking heater just needs to be replaced.
2007-03-24 16:49:43 · answer #5 · answered by normobrian 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
DONT BE SO SURE ITS A LEAK. The product of combustion of natural gas is water, and if you turn on a cold tank it will condense on the flue and run down, looks like a water leak.
Wait a couple days and I will bet you that thing will be real dry.
2007-03-24 17:42:23 · answer #6 · answered by James M 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
turn it off and get a new water heater, when they start to leak it's a probblem. (if the house is BRAND NEW, call the construction co., they should fix or replace it...) if the house is old, you probably really do need a new water heater.
2007-03-24 16:50:18 · answer #7 · answered by Chrys 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since the house is new, call the builder and get the plumber to check it out. You are still under warranty.
2007-03-24 17:10:24 · answer #8 · answered by Tenn Gal 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
under the heater itself? turn it off and call the people who put in the heater.
2007-03-24 16:52:59 · answer #9 · answered by malcoopcava 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋