 monchisPremium
join:2002-12-09
Los Angeles, CA
kudos:1 | reply to monchis
Re: waterheater/gas - advice Talked to my landlord today, she is getting the water heater replaced + plumber or someone will be checking the flue to see what is causing the lock.
Made my day, i was really being pessimistic and already looking for other apartments.
The funny thing is, I don't think it's the water heater causing the issue (but what do I know) the gas tech said it was the vent. The plumber is suggesting we replace the water heater, again not sure why he thinks it's that but who knows.
Anywho... I am writing from my balcony... FINALLY it is done. It has been such a hot mess moving in here, now the last thing is this water heater. I got my carbon minoxide detector, do you guys recommend I install it in this actual room? I was thinking on the wall where you see the water heater in the pic, towards the left that way if I have the window open(on the right) it blows air towards the detector. What do you guys think?
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robbinPremium,MVM
join:2000-09-21
Leander, TX
kudos:1 | said by monchis:I got my carbon minoxide detector, do you guys recommend I install it in this actual room?
Read the directions which came with the detector. They should give specific instructions on it's placement. As I recall, they are supposed to be at least 15' from the flame source. |
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 THZNDUPDeorum Offensa Diis CuraePremium
join:2003-09-18
Lard
kudos:2 | reply to monchis
A few reasons.
The plumber makes more money by both fixing the flue and buying/installing a new water heater.
He gets to replace it on his schedule opposed to the water heater's schedule when it fails.
He knows something he's not telling.......
A bonus for you/landlord: it 'should' be a low NOx unit and possibly even an Energy Star rated one for a rebate as well. Being more efficient for whoever pays the gas bill is a plus.
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 alkizmo
join:2007-06-25
Pierrefonds, QC
kudos:1 | reply to robbin
said by robbin:As I recall, they are supposed to be at least 15' from the flame source.
Just to specify for those who might not read it right: It should be no less than 15' away. Any closer and you risk getting false alarms. |
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 Jack_in_VAPremium
join:2007-11-26
Mathews, VA
kudos:1 | said by alkizmo:said by robbin:As I recall, they are supposed to be at least 15' from the flame source.
Just to specify for those who might not read it right: It should be no less than 15' away. Any closer and you risk getting false alarms. If there is any type of gas appliance in the dwelling CO detectors are essential along with dual Smoke Detectors. |
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 Mr NeutronMackerel by MoonlightPremium
join:2005-05-30
Gorham, ME | reply to monchis
said by monchis:Talked to my landlord today, she is getting the water heater replaced + plumber or someone will be checking the flue to see what is causing the lock.
It's good to hear that your landlord is on top of things (did she say when the work would take place?). It sounds like you didn't have to wait more than a day or two to hear back from her and a prompt response like that is a good sign she takes an interest in fixing stuff.
said by monchis:Made my day, i was really being pessimistic and already looking for other apartments.
Thinking pessimistically isn't necessarily a bad thing. Generally speaking, when you think pessimistically, you can only be pleasantly surprised (as opposed to the other kind of surprise). 
Anyway, it's nice to hear that you'll be able to settle down soon and start enjoying your new place once this is fixed.
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