DIY Inspection - Gas Water Heater Problems & Solution Tips
By Gary Fuller
BEFORE SERVICING A GAS WATER HEATER
When servicing a gas water heater, the very first step is to shut off the gas by turning the shut off valve on the in-line gas pipe. When it is shut off the valve handle will be perpendicular to the in-line pipe. After shutting the gas off, wait for 5 to 10 minutes for the gas fumes around and inside of the water heater to clear out. Natural gas and propane gas have a fowl and peculiar odor. The annoying odor is added to the gas purposely
