Lots of people take their water heaters for granted.
You're not alone.
As long as your showers are hot you are happy.
You never think about maintaining your water heater until it's already too late.
It's inevitable.
You're going to be in the shower and all of a sudden; cold water.
It's important to have routine checks on your water heater to avoid having to get a new one before it is really necessary.
If the case arises that you need to get a new water heater, there are quick and easy ways to do it.
Having a plumbing professional come and fix or install a new water heater is your best bet.
They know what to do and it saves you a lot of hassle.
If you choose to do it yourself it could be a big pain and you might end up calling one anyway.
However, it is doable.
You will have to remember to use the same energy source.
If you have a gas source water heater, then you will need to get another one.
If you have an electric one then you will need to do it electric again.
That doesn't mean you have to keep the same size.
If you would like to upgrade the size a little bit, or downgrade it, you can still do that as long as there is room for it.
You will have to measure the area and measure the space between the hot and cold pipes to try and match up the dimensions with both heaters.
After you have figured out dimensions you will want to study the plumbing and energy lines to find out how everything is connected.
Check the water lines.
To disconnect you might have to go as far as cut the heater out and make an installation of shut off valves if you don't have them already.
This is when you should call a plumber because it can be dangerous.
Lugging the unit can be dangerous too.
It is heavy and can be damaged if dropped too hard.
You will want to have someone help you.
Before you actually go to install it you should shut off the water and gas or electricity while you are installing.
That means you have to check all appliances using the utilities.
There is a lot to remember while installing your own water heater.
It is a hard task which is why it is always suggested to use a professional.