Can i install a tankless water heater in my attic.
How to install water heater in attic.
More expensive gas water heaters with special venting systems also are available.
Install 3 4 in black pipe 90 fittings on hot cold.
It s basically an empty space up there so i would love to put it to good use.
How to install rinnai tankless water heater in attic in this home improvement project you will see how i install a rinnai tankless water heater in my attic.
Most residential water heaters cost 150 to 400 for either gas or electric plus 200 to 450 if you have a plumber install it.
Anyway my main question is this.
Department of energy estimates that in homes using 41 gallons or less of hot water on demand tankless units can conserve between 24 to 34 more energy than tank water heaters.
Much of that damage is caused by tank type water heaters in the attic failing and spilling their contents down into your living areas.
Plumbers typically charge 45 to 65 an hour and can usually install a water heater in a day or in 6 8 hours.
Installing a tankless water heater is a greater upfront investment but these units can significantly cut the cost of monthly utilities.
Bringing down your water heater from the attic should not be difficult.
In addition to the cost of replacing your water heater when you factor in the cost of replacing water logged ceilings drywall and flooring the water heater in the attic doesn t make much sense.
As shown in my video the process can be accomplished pretty simply by using 3 tools.
Plus i figure it would be easier to reach the water heater for repairs.
Add lumbar for structural integrity if needed.
Use chain hoist chain fall with 3 8 auto grade bolts thru top third of rafter above attic access.