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laredo2015
Explorer
Jan 08, 2015

Water is froze does it hurt to leave hot water heater on ?

My water is froze at our park, does it hurt to leave the hot water heater on or should it be off. temperature is still below freezing. Seems if I leave it on at least it won't freeze with water in it ...
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NanciL
Explorer II
Jan 08, 2015
If it was me, I would disconnect the fresh water hose from the park, shut off the heater and then drain it and leave the plug out. I would keep my heat on and open as many drawers and cabinets to allow the heat to keep the pipes warm.

good luck

Jack L

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