When the time comes to replace the water heater in your home, you might be tempted to tackle the job yourself. After you have considered the risk and difficulty of water heater installation in Saskatoon SK, you may want to reconsider. You would not try and represent yourself in court, nor would you try to be your doctor, so why try to do something that is best left to a professional plumber?
When you first look at the water heater, installing it might appear straightforward. To ensure the appliance is installed right, someone that has the skills and training to tackle the job must do it. Most water heaters are gas fired. The smallest mistake can prove to be lethal.
The reasons for professional water heater installation include:
The Risk of Fire or Explosion
Most water heaters are gas fired. Gas is a combustible fuel. This is what heats the water in the tank. Gas is extremely flammable, and even the smallest mistake during installation can result in a fire, or worse yet, an explosion. It is not worth putting your life and the lives of your family at risk; hire a trained professional.
Carbon Monoxide Fumes
Gas fired water heaters must be vented. If there is insufficient airflow, carbon monoxide can build up. Carbon monoxide is colorless and odorless. You are not aware of it until you feel the effects. The slightest error when installing gas-fired equipment can result in untimely death.
Product Knowledge
Most water heaters are purchased in “big box” stores. The salespeople in these stores are not experts. No doubt, they have the best of intentions, but they cannot come near the level of expertise that a trained and licensed plumber has. The best solution is to buy your water heater from, and have it installed by, a knowledgeable plumber. Visit Perfection Plumbing For more info.
