Cold shower time

[In_The_Wind]

The hot water heater leaked all over the floor. Needs repair.

Carpet will need to come up due to mold. Wall paneling may need replacing. Flooring didn't 'feel' soft when I tested it with a screwdriver.

[Aristus]

1. Oh no...

Please don't let there be a #3...

[In_The_Wind]

2. amen to that thought

gotta stay strong

[Aristus]

3. You got this...

[In_The_Wind]

4. I'll drive 20 miles and pay $15 for a hot shower but I got this.

[lastlib]

5. MAJOR Bummer!! Hope repairs are quick!

and relatively inexpensive!

That sux! Let us know how it goes, and holler if u need anything!

[In_The_Wind]

6. How difficult is it to change the pressure valve?

I was home alone when I saw the wet area that told me I have a problem. I moved a few things and took a look at the wet mess.

Quickly I scooted out the back door to a neighbor's house. He's done a lot of home repairs himself. So I knew he was the best chance of stopping the problem before it got worse.

Tony was able to find and shut off the water source. He pointed out that the problem was/is the pressure valve letting off steam. He connected the drain hose and let 40 gallons of hot water run out of the house instead of onto carpeted floors.

So ... How difficult is it to change the pressure valve?

[lastlib]

7. It's not real difficult, usually.

But if it continues to release, it becomes more of a problem. Here's a good general link:

http://structuretech1.com/leaking-relief-valve/

YMMV

[In_The_Wind]

9. That was interesting. Looks like a DIY job. I'll give it a try, maybe tomorrow.

[lastlib]

11. Good Luck!

There are other websites out there to help you if needed. You might want to take a look at a few before you start on it.

Let us know how it goes!

[Demtexan]

8. Do you have bath tub if so heat water on the stove.

I have a gas stove.

I went without a hot water heater for two months.

It worked out.

[In_The_Wind]

10. Yes, we have a gas stove. If it isn't a simple fix we will be warming bathwater there.

[Demtexan]

12. Mine was a major problem also.

It was a old house.

I had several big pots that were used for canning.

Gas stoves are the best.

Hope you get you hot water heated back soon.

[UTUSN]

13. Oh. Thought it meant something else. But meantime, *sorry* for the plight