KC Water Heaters

The most important thing to consider when replacing your water heater in Kansas City is to determine the need for a Pressure Regulating Valve and Thermal Expansion tank. The picture below shows both the PRV and expansion tank just to the left of the water heater. These two devices work together to help protect your entire plumbing system. It's also common to replace a section or all of the venting. Most homes do not have the right vent sizing for a 40,000 btu water heater. It's also common to see a single wall wye instead of double wall and 30ga vent pipe being used instead of 26ga.

KC Water Heaters is a Google Guaranteed company, meaning we have been through a thorough screening process and background check. Owner Chase Thompson is a licensed Master Plumber with a Gas Certificate. All of the work is completed by the owner Chase. With well over 1300 installations completed you can be confident the job is being completed by one of KC's most experienced installers. We have quite a few specialized tools as well as the best equipped water heater truck in Kansas City. We stock vent materials, multiple water heaters, repair parts, and mechanical dolly that makes it all work.

In recent years we have noticed that the water pressure has increased throughout most parts of Independence. When installing a new water heater it's important to measure the water pressure. In areas with pressure over 80 psi, a PRV and expansion tank is highly recommended. Tank life: The number below is the current average age of a water heater being replaced in Independence, MO. Expansion Tanks: Thermal Expansion Tanks are required on all closed loop systems in Independence. For commercial properties a backflow device can create a closed loop.