• Cut off hot water heater in unoccupied house?

    Apr.21.2010

    Should I shut off the gas and/or water to my hot water heater if the home will be unoccupied for 6 months? Power will still be on in the property...I just don't want the hot water heater to keep heating the water if no one is there to use it.

    Nikki, Henderson, NV

    Shutting down the water heater while you are away for any more than one week is always a good idea. You should turn off both the gas and the main water supply. If you have any additional questions or issues that arise regarding your hot water heater or plumbing for your home, please contact a professional HVAC contractor, such as the ARS/Rescue Rooter Nevada location at (702) 262-2222.

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