Water Heater - Drain Valve | Repair and Replace

How do I replace a leaking drain valve? In this episode of Repair and Replace, Vance shows how to replace the drain valve in a gas or electric water heater. If there is water leaking from the threads or out of the drain valve body, then the valve should be replaced. Also if your drain valve is made from plastic, then it is prone to crack. Overall its best to install a brass drain valve.

Buy water heater repair parts online: https://www.amresupply.com/catalog/Hot-Water-Tank-Parts-647736

**Note** To do a backflush make sure you open the cold water, not the hot water tap as shown at 2:46.

How to Relight the Pilot https://youtu.be/d-KRwKdRNYI

Water Heater Maintenance Guide https://youtu.be/ZTUNLIXKVu4

How do gas water heaters work? Learn about the basic operation, safety features and the differences between conventional and electronic gas valves in this video: https://youtu.be/BHUPFLbb8NY

Water Heater Troubleshooting and Repair Guides: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCo9SMjkdWBwJ4a8MT2GKTDiSuvSHg6Xk

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00:00 Intro
00:40 What You'll Need
01:10 Disconnect the Water Heater
02:19 Water Not Draining?
03:31 Flush the Tank
04:10 Remove the Drain Valve
05:16 Install the Drain Valve
06:02 Refill the Tank

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