Plumbers Quoted Me THOUSANDS So I DIY-ed Instead (Start to Finish)

Switching out your electric water heater can be a relatively easy DIY job. IF there is plenty of space to maneuver, unfortunately that was not our case. This video provides a step by step on how to replace and install an electric water heater without using sharkbite or crimped fittings. #plumbing #waterheater #diy If Amazon is your preferred merchant, below are some links to similar products. Most of the products used in the video are from Home Depot and are linked in the video itself. 🛒Affiliate Links📦 • 3/4" Brass Quarter Turn Ball Valve: https://amzn.to/3ZDYLfg • 2 Gal. Everbilt Thermal Expansion Tank: https://amzn.to/3XBWgrr • Pipe Dope aka Thread Sealant: https://amzn.to/4eAiQaC • Pipe Wrench Set: https://amzn.to/3Bhdm6u • Kobalt Portable Air Compressor: https://amzn.to/3Bhdm6u • Solder and flux kit: https://amzn.to/3XFjNI2 • Bernzomatic Torch Kit (TS8000): https://amzn.to/3ZEuYTK • Plastic Drain Pan: https://amzn.to/4ejbLLM • Flexible Copper Connector Hoses: https://amzn.to/4eFHW8c • 3/4" Brass Tee: https://amzn.to/3XKuQ2D • 3/4" Brass Nipples (Set of 2): https://amzn.to/3Y9OIOd • 4" Long Brass Nipple Pipe 3/4" Diameter: https://amzn.to/4f4Bacr 👕 amaHo Merch 🧢 https://amaho-shop.fourthwall.com/ 🎬CHECK OUT THESE RELATED VIDEOS!🎬 • Shower Too COLD🥶Less than 2 minute FIX! (Moen Single-Handle Shower):    • Fix your COLD Shower in Less than 2 minutes!   • This Tool is a MUST | Shower Valve Cartridge Replacement:    • This Tool is a MUST | Shower Valve Cartrid...   Timestamps 0:00 Overview of Replacement 0:28 Determine size of new water heater 0:41 Cut the power to water heater 0:49 Turn off water to tank 1:03 Drain the tank 1:28 Unhook all the connections (electrical & plumbing) 2:57 Removing the old unit 4:04 Old vs New Unit Comparison 4:18 Replacing the water cut off valve (optional) 5:17 Securing and insulating pipes 6:22 Drain Pan 7:03 Installing the new water heater 7:28 Pressure Relief Valve 8:57 Plumbing for Thermal Expansion Tank 10:10 Connector hoses 11:43 Pressurizing and installing expansion tank 12:52 Connecting electrical lines 14:03 IMPORTANT: Fill tank FIRST before turning power back on 14:32 Finishing touches and connecting drain pan 15:55 Turn power back on to water heater 16:14 Cutting into the old water heater This video, description & comments may contain affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission. These purchases are greatly appreciated! Thank you for the support! No information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user.