Down in the sunbelt where there is little to no chance of a waterline freezing in the attic space it has become a common practice to put the water heater in the attic to conserve livable space especially in contractor turnkey constuction but due to the physical problems and additional code requirements it is generally not considered.
How to put water heater in attic.
Whether or not you can install a tankless water heater in your attic depends on your attic.
Posted on october 5 2012 by e r.
Much of that damage is caused by tank type water heaters in the attic failing and spilling their contents down into your living areas.
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In addition to the cost of replacing your water heater when you factor in the cost of replacing water logged ceilings drywall and flooring the water heater in the attic doesn t make much sense.
Why you need to get your water heater out of your attic.
The suggestion is to install a gas water heater in the attic space only if you have to.
However remember to provide the required conditions for proper heater work such as the sufficient amount of fresh air proper clearances and water.
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Simply put as long as there is enough combustion air provided tankless water heaters can be installed in any area of your home from a utility room to a garage to yes even an old dusty attic.