What Is This Tank? How to Replace and Maintain a Water Heater Thermal Expansion Tank

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AmplifyDIY

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@samuelthompson4963
@samuelthompson4963 4 жыл бұрын
Great job. I like this very much, very helpful. Keep up the good work
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot!
@wirelessscottie
@wirelessscottie 4 жыл бұрын
Nice work. Great info
@Laughinghawg
@Laughinghawg 4 жыл бұрын
@@AmplifyDIY The house bought has an expansion tank and it is required by the county. The one that is attached to my water heater is mounted horizontally above the tank. I noticed that the one in the video is mounted vertically. Does vertical or horizontal mounting matter in relation to the bladder inside and the water and air inside and its ability to function properly?
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 4 жыл бұрын
@@Laughinghawg Typically they are mounted vertically, but check the installation instructions for your model of expansion tank to see if horizontal installation is ok. If you throw the model number of your tank into Google you should be able to find instructions. Good luck!
@neildam7677
@neildam7677 Жыл бұрын
He is the nicest man in the world.
@jstillwell1312
@jstillwell1312 3 жыл бұрын
This guy's kindness is evident by his demeanor. Instant credibility.
@idratherfly2000
@idratherfly2000 2 жыл бұрын
I want to be this kind!
@joseavila2295
@joseavila2295 3 жыл бұрын
I am impressed how you get to the solution no time wasted with "useless comments" and how you cut unnecessary footage. Thank you.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@FitnessMcDonough
@FitnessMcDonough 11 ай бұрын
Finally a COMPLETE and quick video!! Thank you brother!!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 11 ай бұрын
You're welcome!
@michaelkozenczak1666
@michaelkozenczak1666 Жыл бұрын
I had a water heater emergency with the expansion tank. With an hour to spare I got a replacement at Lowes and with your video was able to make a great repair.....thanks for all the information!!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY Жыл бұрын
Nice work!
@tguf456
@tguf456 3 ай бұрын
I had no idea about the immediacy of replacement needed with a leak nor the strap! No plumber has mentioned doing the strap. I googled it and, indeed, it IS needed! Thanks for this comprehensive video! I wish I had you available as a plumber. Your work is impeccable!
@Mike-ml1ik
@Mike-ml1ik 2 ай бұрын
You are legendary sir. 4 years later, your video is still helping people, myself included, and it will continue to do so long into the future!
@ronh9384
@ronh9384 4 жыл бұрын
The Amtrol unit you uninstalled carries a 10 year warranty. The second one you showed comes from Home Depot and only carries a 1 year warranty. Also the original Amtrol unit was installed upside down. I have the same Amtrol unit and my instructions say it has the be installed with the air/schrader valve on the bottom. I mounted the new tank on an expansion tank bracket and used a stainless steel flex line to go from the cold water line into the top of the expansion tank. I used the mounting bracket because I didn’t want the expansion tank putting stress on my cold water copper line and definitely didn’t want to use galvanized pipe.... For future reference the Amtrol brand is a much better expansion tank than either the generic Home Depot or Lowes branded expansion tank. You do get what you pay for there. The video was an excellent explanation. Just always follow the mounting instructions that come with the expansion tank you purchase as the new tank may not be able to be mounted the same way. Ron
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent points all around! I'll note that my original Amtrol tank was installed by the same licensed plumber who did all the rest of the plumbing work in the house when it was built.... and lots of corners were cut elsewhere as well. Also, the instructions for the tank I installed in this video indicate it can be installed in either vertical orientation, and while it has a shorter warranty than the Amtrol tank, by checking it at least annually I expect it will last plenty long. Thanks for watching!
@ronh9384
@ronh9384 4 жыл бұрын
@@AmplifyDIY I know what you mean about plumbers. They aren’t all created equal... The plumber who did mine cut some corners too. The house is less than 15 years old and already had to replace some copper. Decided to just rip it all out and put in pex after a few leaks...
@efrianlavine850
@efrianlavine850 4 ай бұрын
I have noticed that almost no one pays attention to the upside down install, even see some put in horizontally. Goes to show original install not being inspected.
@DK-pr9ny
@DK-pr9ny 3 ай бұрын
They can be installed in any orientation.
@TSPhotoAtlanta
@TSPhotoAtlanta 2 ай бұрын
@@DK-pr9ny I can’t remember the brand, but it came from the big box store about 25 years ago. The instructions on the last one I installed said it could be installed in any orientation. I’ll bet different manufacturers give different requirements, so some might be installed vertically with the valve up or down or about require it up or down, or possibly even to the side. I hope they know what they’re talking about…
@Dokujitsu
@Dokujitsu 13 күн бұрын
Thank you for this. Did mine today. Tank was definitely shot and not doing its job. Your step-by-step saved us a ton of money in an already broke household.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 8 күн бұрын
You are very welcome! I'm so glad it was helpful. :)
@markholland5442
@markholland5442 3 жыл бұрын
Everything a content creator should be. Top marks on the video quality, explanation, knowledge, and presentation. The links are a great addition and also helpful. Subscribed due to this content provider.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that!
@NightWraith1
@NightWraith1 10 ай бұрын
I used this vid to replace my completely failed expansion tank today. I replaced the pressure release valve first thinking it was that, but the leak persisted, so I came here and the symptoms were exactly as this showed. I took the pressure of my expansion tank and it was 0. lol Replaced it after learning from this and back to perfect working order. Thanks a bunch!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 10 ай бұрын
Nice job!
@marxsnodgrass
@marxsnodgrass 4 жыл бұрын
I've been a plumber for 45 years and that was very entertaining and good information and that is been around new Compared to what I do Thanks for the info
@rickw.5220
@rickw.5220 4 жыл бұрын
Nice seeing a pro giving "props" to us amateurs.
@jeffreycoombs9485
@jeffreycoombs9485 21 күн бұрын
Instant subscribe. This guy has a great delivery. He covers all the important points without dragging it out.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 21 күн бұрын
Thanks for subscribing! I really appreciate it!
@alant5757
@alant5757 4 жыл бұрын
Nice video. You mentioned if you have a one way water check valve. What some people don’t know is that if your house has a pressure regulator valve..... it also acts like a one way water check valve and you must then install an expansion tank.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the insight, Alan!
@stevenhamblin6067
@stevenhamblin6067 11 ай бұрын
Best video about expansion tanks I watched. Several other vidios left out key info they should have covered.
@hluckysing
@hluckysing 4 жыл бұрын
Great job explaining the thermal expansion tank Sir, you just save me quite a bit of money. Thank you
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 4 жыл бұрын
Yay! That's why I do this. Love to help people. :)
@DavidMichaelHale
@DavidMichaelHale 4 жыл бұрын
@@AmplifyDIY Thank you!!
@jaredsummerville775
@jaredsummerville775 4 жыл бұрын
I echo his words. Thank you! Save us money
@4570gary
@4570gary Жыл бұрын
Excellent presentation without all the self aggrandizement on most other DIY clips.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY Жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@raldogtm
@raldogtm 3 жыл бұрын
First of all, a HUGE THANK YOU for your video and your thorough explanation on the expansion tank. You saved me a few hundred dollars because I had an issue with a leaking pressure valve. I thought it was the pressure valve, so I replaced it and the leak continued. I thought it might be the thermostat on the water heater and it was overheating the water and causing the pressure relief valve to open up. I also checked into the water pressure, 80psi and I called the water dept and verified that it wasn’t high since most places are around 60psi. They told me that they run around 85-100psi, normal pressure for their system. I’ll probably add a regulator later, but I checked the expansion tank’s Schrader valve and water came out! I replaced it and filled the air pressure to 80psi. The old tank had rusted through on the tank’s 3/4” nipple and I doubt the plumber added the correct pressure either. But to make a long story short, you helped me by saving me money and if a “like” and “subscribe” is enough to say thank you, I’ll do it in a heartbeat.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 3 жыл бұрын
You just put a huge smile on my face. I love hearing from people who saved money / time / hassle from my videos. Thanks for letting me know, and great job getting it taken care of yourself!
@bobtpapa
@bobtpapa 10 ай бұрын
Great video. You logically covered all the bases and made a very professional presentation.
@dmope22
@dmope22 4 жыл бұрын
Nice installation. I also prefer the up side down installation. it avoid impurities in the water to settle and keep bacteria from growing within. cheers
@psan72
@psan72 3 жыл бұрын
I have watched a few of these videos on the expansion tank and how to check the pressure accurately, and you were the only one to say after turning off the water supply to open a faucet and let hot water run out to depressureize the system, then take a pressure reading!! Most all others just say to take the reading as it is right now !! THANKS for the tip and information!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback, and thanks for watching, psan72!
@oldarkie3880
@oldarkie3880 4 ай бұрын
I think you need to shut the cold water side (whole house) also to test the pressure.
@saltysergeant1620
@saltysergeant1620 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend. I was worried that this was gonna be a licensed plumber fix. Therefore a ridiculous price. So relieved it's a DYI! Thanks again
@Sliphnara
@Sliphnara 5 ай бұрын
thank you for making this video, it has helped a lot with my husband and i on replacing our hot water heater that ruptured "as there was no expansion tank on the system at all" and this has explained why and how to install one onto a system. Thank you again
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 5 ай бұрын
I hope adding an expansion tank to your new heater helps it stay working well for decades. Good luck!
@johnsass
@johnsass 3 жыл бұрын
Great video. I just replaced mine tonight and your tips really helped. This was the best full instructional video I found. Thank you for the step-by-steps and for saving me hundreds!!
@jesusvega3803
@jesusvega3803 Жыл бұрын
What a clear, nice paice, and simple but explicit explanation on this DIY project Thank you for this video, I don’t need nothing else to repair and replace my expansion tank God Bless you
@rickwatson3306
@rickwatson3306 4 жыл бұрын
Extremely helpful...probably saved me a good couple hundred dollars doing it myself as opposed to a Plummer.
@pergal4
@pergal4 2 жыл бұрын
I have never done this. Was it easy?
@TADDs101
@TADDs101 Жыл бұрын
It's easy
@JohnnyBoyKe1998
@JohnnyBoyKe1998 4 ай бұрын
Great job explaining on how to do this. Best one on KZbin so far
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 4 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@AnnealSoft
@AnnealSoft 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your thorough video. I actually discovered that our tank was faulty (spouted water when tested) while trying to troubleshoot some really high pressure in our system (which I began to suspect because we were having all sorts of valve and cartridge failures around the house). At first I thought we just needed a pressure-reducing valve and got one installed, but we still had high pressure. Some more research indicated that the expansion tank might be the problem, and so then we got a new one installed. In my research, I had seen that the tank's pressure needed to be equalized with the house pressure, so I asked the plumbers whether they had done so and they said, "no, it comes pre-set" (to 20 PSI). Well, I knew that was an issue, read the instructions that came with it, and verified the proper procedure. So here's my point: The house pressure would sometimes get over 100 PSI. Measuring the "house pressure" would then indicate that the tank needed to be set to this, which I know was too high. I let the water run for a bit to reduce the excess pressure, then measured 45 PSI. I ended up redoing part of their installation then by doing what you first showed in this video - turning off the water, releasing any pressure, adding some air to make it 45 PSI, and then turning everything back on.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 3 жыл бұрын
Great job!
@leew2ms
@leew2ms 3 ай бұрын
One of the best DIY videos I’ve ever seen on KZbin. Simple to the point. I am a fix-it guy myself and can usually fix just about anything, but I will definitely be coming back to your videos in the future.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 2 ай бұрын
You are awesome! I appreciate the kind words.
@alvinlowe843
@alvinlowe843 3 жыл бұрын
Great video. Crystal clear and timely. I was about to do some DIY work on water pipes connected to my hot water heater and the potable water expansion tank. Needed to know the purpose of this tank and how to service it after draining and prior to turning back on the water supply line(s). Helped me tremendously! Thank you.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 3 жыл бұрын
So glad it helped! Good luck with your job!
@dusty2good
@dusty2good Жыл бұрын
Great video. Mine sprung a leak and I was like “what is this little tank & what does it do”? This video easily saved me probably $100 + in a plumber service call. Changed it myself. Great video.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY Жыл бұрын
Great to hear!
@georgek999
@georgek999 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent directions. Thanks so much! My expansion tank took a while to empty after I dumped off a few gallons from the heater. I could hear the burbling, so I just waited until it stopped to ensure it was empty. Just a helpful point to ensure you don't have spillage when you remove the old expansion to tank.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 4 жыл бұрын
Great tip, thanks for sharing!
@polarlab113
@polarlab113 3 жыл бұрын
What you should do when you drain the tank is open the top valve as it gives air to the tank and will drain more readily.another thing is the tank should be mounted vertically on the website it shows vertical with the schrader valve on the bottom
@phylwilton1827
@phylwilton1827 Жыл бұрын
"because you know PHYSICS" I had not understood the reasons for having one of these. All of my houses are OLD (and I am TOO). What a wonderful LESSON!
@oldpirate7434
@oldpirate7434 4 жыл бұрын
I did mine 2 months ago ( complete water heater and expansion tank ) and didn't know about trick you use to hold the tank. Will be doing this very soon. Thank you for a great video.
@rogerbarrios8614
@rogerbarrios8614 2 жыл бұрын
I watched several videos on this….and yours was by far the best. Thanks.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks Roger!
@aggiedave7793
@aggiedave7793 4 жыл бұрын
I'm currently living in my fifth house (in SE Texas) and I've never seen one of these tanks attached to a water heater. I've never had a problem. As a matter of fact, the existing water heater in the house I own is the original heater ( installed in 1996) and I've lived here for 15 years. Are these really necessary?
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Aggiedave - great question! Not everyone has or necessarily needs an expansion tank. You can read a bunch more info about the hows and whys here: legacyplumbing.net/blog/water-heater-expansion-tank/ Thanks for watching!
@slchang01
@slchang01 4 жыл бұрын
@@AmplifyDIY This is not the answer that Aggiedave77 asked...you should say that it is not necessary as the hot water tanks is required to have a high pressure relief valve to relief the pressure if the water pressure inside the tank exceed the set value, say 75 psi...A few cities may have regulations that require a thermal expansion tank, but that is the exception, not the norm.
@TheWilferch
@TheWilferch 4 жыл бұрын
if you have a check valve in your supply line ( to prevent backflow into the city water system... a local code aspect)....then you have created a closed system where the expanding water has no where to go when it heats up. If you don't have a check valve...and the water expansion goes back to the city supply.....then you won't need the tank.
@davidbertrand6884
@davidbertrand6884 4 жыл бұрын
14 years ago my TMP relief valve kept opening, on my NEW WATER HEATER. Replaced 2 TMP relief valves and still had the problem? So, I had the expansion tank installed. Presto, no more water heater problems. 11-22-2020 Today 8-1-2021 , Again I replaced the TMP valve and flushed the water heater. Didn’t think about the expansion tank until I watched another video you did, and my exp. tank had two thuds and no ping⚠️ Got a new Exp. tank, water pressure gauge, and pipe dope/ Teflon tape. My water pressure tested at 80 psi. The new Exp. tank is set at 40 psi. And I’m using a portable air pump that I have in my vehicle for tires. And just watching this video once again to get proper instructions to replace and install new Exp. Tank. Well it’s installed and I’ll check it though out the next few days and a couple weeks. My tank is only 2 Gal. and hangs having AIR PRESSURE Valve at bottom. The previous Exp. Tank was installed the same way, having no extra supports. 👍🏻💓❗️🇺🇸 Stay Safe.
@philanderson8419
@philanderson8419 4 жыл бұрын
Does direction of tank matter? I was looking at putting one in with air valve at bottom. Thank you
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 4 жыл бұрын
Nope, direction does not matter: blog.supplyhouse.com/expansion-tank-mounting-positions/
@imtiazsaeed2076
@imtiazsaeed2076 2 жыл бұрын
One of the best DIY videos, I have seen.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 2 жыл бұрын
Hey, thank you very much, Imtiaz!
@kostas010151
@kostas010151 3 жыл бұрын
Very good presentation. It would be useful if you presented also the different types of expansion tanks (for heating systems and domestic use) and explain the differences.
@bradders5974
@bradders5974 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video - the right amount of information, perfectly paced and just what's needed. I swapped out my leaky expansion tank in no time after watching and following this. Thanks so much - you saved me a lot of time and (doubtless) dollars!!!!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY Жыл бұрын
That's great to hear - nice job getting yours swapped out!
@neilbrookins8428
@neilbrookins8428 4 жыл бұрын
When my expansion tank failed, my tp valve did NOT leak. But when I first turned on faucet the water would come out faster because the pressure was higher. So don’t assume that not leaking tp means you are OK.
@polarlab113
@polarlab113 3 жыл бұрын
You are correct.when I first opened the hot water there was a momentary higher blast of hot water and then it would settle to the supply pressure.that is how I discovered a failure.there were no leaks to indicate the problem.
@gazasqreech
@gazasqreech 3 жыл бұрын
That’s because all that pressure was built up in the heater and had to where to go and being the the bladder in the expansion which would absorb that pressure is now ruptured you get that burst of hot water which is also bad for your heater.
@paulfelipe5173
@paulfelipe5173 2 жыл бұрын
I always wondered what that was for. I found out today as it failed due to my ignorance. When I replaced the heating elements this time, I filled the tank up with water thinking it was for better pressure... Wrong! My wife called me saying, "The thing was leaking all over the place!" I came home to find that it cracked on the side. After watching this great video I learned my mistake!! Have a plumber coming over now to replace it, but at least I know why it failed. Thanks for the content! Paul In NC
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 2 жыл бұрын
Oof! I'm sorry to hear yours failed, Paul! I'm glad you now understand how it works though, and will be better prepared in the future. Thanks for watching!
@CrazyPetez
@CrazyPetez 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent video! I’ve,always wondered that that tank does. Does the expansion tank help prevent water pipe hammering?
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Crazy Petez! Yes, preventing water hammer is one of it's jobs. Thanks for watching!
@jennyfrey2307
@jennyfrey2307 2 жыл бұрын
Yes for sure. Mine is being replaced now to stop the hammering
@ruthenerson9594
@ruthenerson9594 3 ай бұрын
Thank you for the visual when checking the water pressure for your house as well as the ET. I went to HD and purchased one, I think I'm ready to do this!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 3 ай бұрын
You can do it, Ruthernerson! Good luck!
@lowellabraham6966
@lowellabraham6966 4 жыл бұрын
Sir, thank you for providing such valuable information! You are awesome. Subscribed!!!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the sub!
@fl_realtor_enrique
@fl_realtor_enrique Жыл бұрын
Just replaced my expansion tank using this video. Thanks for sharing this video and keeping it simple. God bless!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY Жыл бұрын
Great job!
@mgvarghese
@mgvarghese Жыл бұрын
Excellent tutorial no music straight to the points thanks
@NeverEnoughPyro40
@NeverEnoughPyro40 4 жыл бұрын
The easiest way to test your expansion tank is to just release some air from the Schrader valve, If you get air the diaphragm is good if you get water the diaphragm is bad! I have been used on irrigation systems for years!
@Quentin60isthenew40
@Quentin60isthenew40 2 жыл бұрын
Just-right tone & info. What to do BEFORE suspecting or replacing water heater pressure relief valve that is leaking or cycling too often.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Quentin - before there are any issues, just check the pressures in the expansion tank annually, and test your T&P valve as well. Annual tests like that will almost always confirm if everything is working as it should, or if trouble is on the horizon. Thanks for watching!
@Sagemeister007
@Sagemeister007 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Helped out a lot.
@NathanDodds-f5g
@NathanDodds-f5g 3 ай бұрын
Had to replace my expansion tank and this video was sooooo helpful! I’d give it 5 thumbs up if I could.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 2 ай бұрын
I'm so glad it was helpful. Thanks for letting me know!
@leewhitmore5350
@leewhitmore5350 4 жыл бұрын
The sound of draining the water at the very end, sent me to the bathroom.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 4 жыл бұрын
That tank does have a bladder in it, after all. 😂
@MohanKumar-xt7lu
@MohanKumar-xt7lu 2 жыл бұрын
I usually don't comment on videos but when a video has good content, well presented and attention to detail, I have to... Excellent video!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY Жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@johnpetermann6544
@johnpetermann6544 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! This looks a little less intimidating.
@JoeKamenar
@JoeKamenar 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, just watched this and learned what I needed to do to replace my expansion tank, which had cracked and was spewing water through a small hole. I measured my water pressure, then added air to the bladder using my 12v tire inflator. Thanks for posting this.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 2 жыл бұрын
Great to hear, Joe!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 4 жыл бұрын
I was surprised (and a little annoyed) to learn that the plumbers who installed all the expansion tanks in my neighborhood never bothered to correctly pressurize them. If your system has one of these tanks, go check the pressure!
@laurenfuess9257
@laurenfuess9257 4 жыл бұрын
Where did you get that awesome air pressure gauge you used?
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Lauren! I actually did a video all about that specific gauge: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpzLZWyhiLqgrMk
@jimwangsgard3303
@jimwangsgard3303 3 жыл бұрын
This is a very good introduction to water heater expansion tanks. After watching this clip, I now realize that my system is running on the ragged edge; i.e., the electric water heater AND expansion tank are 15 years old!
@NackDSP
@NackDSP 4 жыл бұрын
Expansion tanks are the least reliable thing in your system. I eliminated mine and checked the min and max pressures with gauge with a full cold to hot tank transition. If your water pressure is low enough, the extra 20 psi caused by heating water won't hurt a thing and you don't need one of these. Pressure gauges are cheap. If it's rare that you use all the hot water in your heater, with only heating half a tank the pressure increase is lower still. Expansion tanks are 3x the cost of relief valves. Change the relief valve every four years if you're worried about it. The real crime is installing an expansion tank on a system with a tankless heater. The plumbing lobby is strong.
@zarnya
@zarnya 2 жыл бұрын
Does it help with 100+ extra psi?
@NackDSP
@NackDSP Жыл бұрын
@@zarnya Does what help with 100 psi? What are you asking? I simply said that measuring first to determine if a problem even exists. With low water pressure and a low tank temperature the pressure rise that I saw was only 20 PSI. Starting with 30 PSI water pressure that isn't a problem.
@MultiBoobiez
@MultiBoobiez Жыл бұрын
I want to say thank you for helping change my tank!!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY Жыл бұрын
Glad I could help, Miguel!
@Oledad
@Oledad 4 жыл бұрын
I think It's time for you to do a video on at home haircuts :D
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 4 жыл бұрын
LOL. Only if you like the “Mr. Clean” look!
@zaz4667
@zaz4667 Жыл бұрын
Great video! Will definitely help with me changing my leaking expansion tank! Only suggestion I have is using putty and plumbers tape at the same time sounds lie your going off the rails a bit! I would just follow the directions!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY Жыл бұрын
Heh. Belt and suspenders. :)
@kevinh9262
@kevinh9262 Жыл бұрын
Just the information I needed! I need to replace my son's water heater tomorrow, and was wondering what kind of setup was required for the expansion tank. I would not have thought to bring my air compressor!
@rubenrivera7384
@rubenrivera7384 Жыл бұрын
Very helpful video. The step by step help me change mine out. Less than 30 mins total.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY Жыл бұрын
Great to hear!
@StephenSchaerer
@StephenSchaerer Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the step by step… very insightful and helped me saved me a good chuck of change from hiring a professional. Was much easier than anticipated.
@dr.stevej.rios-fosterfocus6393
@dr.stevej.rios-fosterfocus6393 7 ай бұрын
Excellent job. Straightforward and informative. Thank you!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 7 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@cherryswole
@cherryswole Жыл бұрын
Just replaced my expansion tank myself after fearing I would have a costly repair on my hands. Thanks for the step by step walkthrough!!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY Жыл бұрын
Great job!
@miken2823
@miken2823 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the informative video! I used your other video to replace my t&p valve but it was still leaking. I believe I need to install an expansion tank now based on this video. Better than spending money for a new water heater.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 3 жыл бұрын
Best of luck - I'd love to hear if adding an expansion tank takes care of it for you. Good luck!
@jacobabraham424
@jacobabraham424 2 ай бұрын
Great videos. Hopefully won’t have to replace this tank after I replace the PRV tomorrow. I’ll be using the PRV replacement video as my guide. GO BLUES!!!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 2 ай бұрын
Thomas and Broberg need to hurry up and heal! Thanks for watching!
@emb2094
@emb2094 Жыл бұрын
You did a fantastic job with your explanation! It was simple and right to the point. Thank you! Took me back in time to when I used to watch Mr. Rogers and he would take us on a field trip in the neighborhood, and explain the occupation of the person he was visiting. You have a clear and soothing voice. Thank you and God bless 🙂
@drescherjm
@drescherjm Жыл бұрын
This is a great video. I had one fail on me a about 14 to 16 months ago. We started noticing very rapid water bursts for the first 2 seconds when turning on any faucet. I ignored the issue (being very busy at work) for a few months until the water tank itself sprung a very slow leak seen in the catch pan. It was not a leaking pressure relief valve or any of the pipes so I had to replace the water heater. Thankfully it was still under warranty (for a few more months) and Rheem gave me back about 1/2 of the price of the new one. I replaced both the water heater and the expansion tank, adjusted the pressure on our house pressure regulator and filled the tank with the proper pressure. I did retest the pressure on the tank and house a few days later but not since. Interestingly my failed and replacement tanks are both the same as yours.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY Жыл бұрын
Sorry you had to deal with a failed water heater due to a failed expansion tank! That stinks! I'm glad you were able to get some warranty coverage, though. Hopefully your new setup will last much, much longer. Thanks for watching!
@grocerystud9193
@grocerystud9193 Жыл бұрын
Wow. Thanks for the video. I have been noticing standing small spots of standing water in my garage near the water heater. Found a couple rusted holes in the non visible side of the expansion tank.. Your vid makes it look easy peasy lemon squeezy.. Heading to Lowe's now!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY Жыл бұрын
I hope it all goes well for you. Good luck!
@stevsie
@stevsie 9 ай бұрын
Perfect Video. Good length, straight to the point. Bravo sir!
@ajschmidt1048
@ajschmidt1048 2 жыл бұрын
Great step by step explanation with just enough added details
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you think so! Thanks, AJ!
@brendanhealy3
@brendanhealy3 Жыл бұрын
What an incredibly kind man, sharing his knowledge so thoroughly. Anybody know what song is playing in the background? I love it
@that_random_dad
@that_random_dad 6 ай бұрын
Excellent video. Thanks for keeping it brief and on topic.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 6 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@GaryDeVito-d1r
@GaryDeVito-d1r Ай бұрын
Good job, very thorough and informative!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 29 күн бұрын
Thanks! Glad you found it helpful.
@ScorpioRay83
@ScorpioRay83 3 жыл бұрын
Watching this made me comfortable enough to install my own expansion tank. Thank you sir.
@lembriggs1075
@lembriggs1075 4 жыл бұрын
Wow! Very informative video! I have got by just fine for last 60 years in my home without one. I’m going to call plumber right away and see what he thinks! Thanks man! You saved my life!
@neilabernath5862
@neilabernath5862 2 жыл бұрын
Let me guess, the plumber thought you should have an expansion tank and he was willing to install it for $200 an hour.
@Oreza-j
@Oreza-j 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your instructionals.. They save me hundreds of dollars
@dkubarewicz
@dkubarewicz 4 жыл бұрын
I just had a thermal expansion tank installed, but I didn’t notice my plumber check our home water pressure or pre-charge the tank. However, I thought it was charged correctly as it read 65psi which matches my home water pressure when I tested it with my pressure gauge. However, I then watched you video and followed your steps to check the tank pressure correctly by depressurizing the system and found it was just barely above the factory psi of 20 at 20.5 psi. Therefore I filled it up with my compressor to match my home water pressure. Wouldn’t have known how to do this without watching your video. Thanks for the great video!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 4 жыл бұрын
Nice job, Dan! I'm perplexed by how many licensed plumbers get this so wrong. Glad you caught it and pressurized the tank correctly so it will work properly. Thanks for watching!
@dawnbarclay8697
@dawnbarclay8697 Жыл бұрын
We did it!! Thanks to you my husband and I just did this repair and saved over $400. You are a great teacher - thank you!
@raybowman1187
@raybowman1187 4 ай бұрын
Excellent video! It's very easy if you follow his steps. Thank you!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 4 ай бұрын
Thank you!!
@Ladco77
@Ladco77 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I never knew the tank needed any kind of regular checking/maintenance. Mine was installed about 5 years ago with my new water heater and today I noticed the expansion tank has a pinhole leak in the body of the tank. Since water is coming out, the bladder has obviously failed. No telling how long I've gone with a non-functioning tank before it started leaking.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 2 жыл бұрын
Best of luck with the replacement. You can do it!
@Ladco77
@Ladco77 2 жыл бұрын
@@AmplifyDIY It was a piece of cake. I took the opportunity to flush the water heater while I was at it. Thanks for the vids.
@raymondmorrison6161
@raymondmorrison6161 4 жыл бұрын
Great knowledge learned from this thanks for your teaching. I do pipe seal before thread tape, run the thread seal into the threads then I apply the thread tape. " KEEP PLUMBING " .
@ofcv1238
@ofcv1238 2 жыл бұрын
Fine video on some basic & frequently overlooked maintenance
@patrickjcondon
@patrickjcondon Ай бұрын
So great, you fully explained what I needed to do thanks!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY Ай бұрын
I'm glad it helped!
@pavelsanchez9606
@pavelsanchez9606 2 жыл бұрын
Very good video . Tanks you for you time . Good idea if you can make a new video for the small pump install in hot water Line. I don’t know what’s for
@user-es6qo9ox2v
@user-es6qo9ox2v Жыл бұрын
Great video! I went down the same path, but still have a problem. I replaced my pressure relief valve after it had a slow leak. It now has the occasional, very small leak you describe in the video after hot water use. The pressure on my expansion tank matches the 80psi for my water pressure. Any thoughts on what could be the problem and what to do next?
@user-es6qo9ox2v
@user-es6qo9ox2v Жыл бұрын
Do you think its the expansion tank, the thermostat in the water heater or something else causing the slow leak of the pressure relief valve?
@user-es6qo9ox2v
@user-es6qo9ox2v Жыл бұрын
No advice ?
@kobby60841
@kobby60841 4 ай бұрын
Thxs for this priceless information now I feel better to change my own expension tank
@tedredd7982
@tedredd7982 Жыл бұрын
Thanks a bunch for this upload. The video and comments were quite helpful.
@PaulSentner
@PaulSentner 3 ай бұрын
very good explanation how to install and maintain!!!!
@milmak7263
@milmak7263 2 жыл бұрын
This is the best explanation thank you so much. --- Това е най-доброто обяснение, много ви благодаря.
@willisiswillis
@willisiswillis Ай бұрын
Legend! Used this today to save a few hundred bucks!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY Ай бұрын
Awesome!
@charliesgarageusa4986
@charliesgarageusa4986 Жыл бұрын
This is the best video i have seen on this great video 😀👍
@Swimfinz
@Swimfinz 4 жыл бұрын
Oh, here is one very good suggestion I learned about 45 years ago: with a Sharpie, write down the installation DATE where it cannot be seen. Homeowners have faulty memories. I had one dingbat lady yell and scream that "...she had just replaced her water heater." I stopped right there and began putting my tools away. She relented and paid up front in order for me to continue. When I pulled out her old water heater---the previous plumber had dated things---her old unit was 15 years old! Great tip I carry forth to this day.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 4 жыл бұрын
Great tip!
@QwazyWabbit
@QwazyWabbit 4 жыл бұрын
Why write it where it can’t be seen? I replaced my tank last year and wrote the installation date with a sharpie on the bottom blank border of the serial number and rating plate because I couldn’t remember when I had replaced the previous one. Why hide it when 12 years from now I can date the thing in my doddering old age at a glance?
@Swimfinz
@Swimfinz 4 жыл бұрын
@@QwazyWabbit ....if you're working on your own house, it is much different than doing a job for customer. Customers have faulty memories. Ever hear of "carpenter's quips?" When sealing up a wall, tradesmen will add jokes, anecdotes, etc.
@dntlss
@dntlss 3 жыл бұрын
That happens with car batteries all the time,every time i buy a new one i write down in my maintenance log when i bought it,people tell me all the time " that battery is only 2 years old" nope, its 7 years old,lol
@Swimfinz
@Swimfinz 3 жыл бұрын
@@dntlss correctomundo. I have a LogBook for all my vehicles as well as motorcycles. Oil 'n filter changes, batteries, tyres, repairs, etc. Oh, and every gas-up, I log it. Easy habit. When I sold my 1979 Ford F250 4wd with the logbook, the new owner flipped out with glee.
@jamiel5844
@jamiel5844 2 жыл бұрын
I never knew you could recharge these. I just gave it a try and will see how it goes. Your videos are awesome, thanks!!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Jamie! I hope yours just needed to be recharged! :)
@jamiel5844
@jamiel5844 2 жыл бұрын
@@AmplifyDIY my pleasure! It’s been a day and so far so good!
@mhaiderkhan2000
@mhaiderkhan2000 4 ай бұрын
Very informative and helpful. Thanks for sharing your experience.
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@Michael-o3r7k
@Michael-o3r7k 24 күн бұрын
Awesome baby,you explained this job perfectly,👍💪🥇🎖️🏆
@sharktooth8772
@sharktooth8772 2 жыл бұрын
This was an excellent presentation on best practices for a thermal expansion tank installation. Everything was well-thought out and wow... very neat work, as well. Thank you very much for the many gems shared. Subscribed!
@AmplifyDIY
@AmplifyDIY Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it... even though you are a Sharks fan. ;-)
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