Signs it is time for a new heater
- Water leaking from the tank itself, not a fitting or valve
- Rusty hot water from every tap
- A heater well past its expected life with repeated repairs
- A household that has grown and runs out of hot water daily
Choosing the replacement
Most Brampton detached homes use a 40 or 50 gallon gas tank. Atmospheric vent heaters share the chimney with the furnace; power vent units exhaust through the wall with a fan and plastic venting, which is common where a high-efficiency furnace no longer uses the chimney. We match the new unit to your venting, gas line size and the hot water you actually use.
- Measure the space, the gas supply and the existing venting.
- Drain and disconnect the old tank.
- Install the new heater, relief valve discharge pipe and any required expansion tank.
- Light it, check for gas leaks and test the draft or fan.
Codes and rules
Under TSSA rules, only a gas-certified technician may connect a gas appliance in this province. A permit may also be needed for plumbing changes. We take the old tank away for recycling. If your current heater is rented, the rental company will need to collect it and close the account, so call them before your install day.
Tools, access and testing
| Tools we bring | Combustion analyser, manometer, pipe wrenches, torch |
|---|---|
| What we open | Burner door, flue collar, drain valve, anode port |
| What we test | Gas pressure, draft at the hood, T&P valve, temperature |
Where in Brampton we do this
We take gas water heater replacement calls right across the city, including Springdale, Northwood Park, Downtown Brampton, Sandringham-Wellington and the streets around them.
Questions we get
Should I switch to tankless instead?
Tankless saves space and gives endless hot water but costs more up front and may need a larger gas line. Our tank versus tankless paper walks through the trade-offs.
