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Do You Need A Water Heater Expansion Tank?
January 4, 2023 0 Comments
When you’re a homeowner, whether it’s for the first time or the fifth, you know that there are many aspects of your home that require care and attention in order to keep your family and belongings safe. One of those many aspects is ensuring that your plumbing system is working at peak efficiency and is safe to operate. With that in mind, you may be wondering if your home needs a water heater expansion tank to ensure that your heated water isn’t a catalyst for safety issues.
What Kind of Water Heater Do You Have?
First and foremost, getting a water heater expansion tank is unnecessary if your home has a tankless water heater. Water heater expansion tanks are designed to assist traditional, tank-style water heaters and to keep them safe over years of use, so a tankless water heater will not require an expansion. If your home does have a tank-style water heater, keep reading to learn more.
What Kind of Plumbing System Do You Have?
If your water heater does have a tank, the next step in understanding if you need an expansion tank is to find out if your home has an open plumbing system or a closed plumbing system. An open system will allow for water to push back into the supply source, meaning that there will be no additional strain on the water heater’s tank when heated water expands. However, if your home is on a closed system, you will need an expansion tank to prevent your water heater from wearing down and becoming a safety hazard.
How an Expansion Tank Works
An expansion tank works by allowing for heated water within your water heater’s main tank to overflow into the expansion, helping to relieve built-up pressure and extending the life of your water heater.
Get Yours Installed by the Experts
If you’re unsure of the kind of plumbing system your home has or if you’re ready to get an expansion tank installed on your home’s water heater, give the plumbing experts in Northern Colorado a call!
Schedule an estimate for your home’s plumbing needs with Ace Hi Plumbing, Heating, & Air today!
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