Which element is burned out?
  1. If the upper element is burned out, the water will not be very hot.
  2.  If the lower element is burned out, the water will be hot, but only for a short time
Watch for:
  • Missing electrical access cover
  • Drip pan where required (attics)
    • Protective pan must be made from an approved material; minimum 24 gauge galvanized steel or plastic
    • Its minimum depth must be 1 1/2″
    • It must have a minimum 3/4″ drain with a discharge pipe pitched for proper drainage into an approved location.
  • Proper TPR and discharge pipe
  • Expansion tank (where required
  • No exposed wiring allowed.