Hot Water Relief Valve Drip Normal?
When the electric heat to the hot water tank is on, there is a slight drip from the hot water heater relief valve. We do not know if it happens with Propane heat. Is this normal or is there a prob...
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Relief valves don't last forever. The stopper eventually goes bad and the valve leaks. That's a clear indication it needs to be replaced. I recently replaced the relief valve and my 12 year old MH to stop the drip and all is well since then. That air cushion is great to have and meant to be there.
It's a standard item available at well stocked hardware and plumbing stores. Most household water heaters use 3/4" relief valves but this one is only 1/2". RV dealers don't have an exclusive on them.
It's a standard item available at well stocked hardware and plumbing stores. Most household water heaters use 3/4" relief valves but this one is only 1/2". RV dealers don't have an exclusive on them.
