Hot Water Tank Inspection List

November 24, 2009

This is a check list of a hot water tank inspection that our techs would go through:

  • Check operation of safety limit controls
  • Check water pressure and temperature relief valve
  • Check expansion tank (if applicable)
  • Check operation of thermostat
  • Check pressure switches and vent blower (if applicable)
  • Inspect burners and clean if required
  • Examine vent connector and inspect venting system
  • Check vent damper operation (if applicable)
  • Check and adjust pilot light (if applicable)
  • Check flame rectification
  • Measure stack (flute) temperature
  • Check gas piping
  • Check and adjust manifold gas pressure
  • Clock appliance to verify correct input
  • Combustion / ventilation air adequate
  • Inspect heat exchanger
  • Clean equipment interior/exterior
  • Carbon Monoxide Testing

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2 Responses to “Hot Water Tank Inspection List”

  1. Josh Maxwell says:

    I must say this is a great article i enjoyed reading it keep the good work :)

  2. PaPa Plumbing says:

    Thanks Josh !

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