Water Heater Relocation (Garage / Attic) in Orange County, CA
Moving a water heater—out of a closet into the garage, up to the attic, or into a utility room—touches venting, gas/electric, drainage, seismic strapping, combustion air, and often leak protection. We handle your water heater relocation end-to-end with permits, code upgrades, and tidy finishes—so the new spot is safe, quiet, and inspection-ready.
✓ Code-ready: permit and inspection
✓ Safe venting: route and clearances verified
✓ New utilities: gas/electric/water rerouted
✓ Protection: pan, drain, straps, leak shutoff
✓ Code-ready
✓ Safe venting
✓ New utilities
✓ Protection
What Is Water Heater Relocation (Garage / Attic)?
A turn-key project to remove and reinstall your heater in a new, code-compliant location.
We design utility routes (gas/electric/water/vent/condensate), install pan & drain or sensor, seismic straps, expansion control, and leak protection, then commission the system and document for inspection. Attic installs add platform/support, pan with drain/float switch, insulation, and freeze-aware details.
Why Choose White Glove Plumbing
Compliance & safety first: Combustion air, seismic strapping, T&P discharge, pan/drain or sensor, and proper vent/condensate routing.
Defensible documentation: Photos, model/serials, commissioning data, and inspection notes.
Beyond the move: Recirculation options, leak auto-shutoff, mixing valve, insulation/freeze protection, and patch/finish coordination.
One accountable team: We can upgrade gas/electrical, correct venting, and swap the heater type (tank ↔ tankless ↔ heat pump) if desired.
Immediate Actions (What to Do Now)
Decide the target spot (garage, attic, utility). Share photos of both locations.
Tell us the heater type (tank, tankless, heat pump; gas or electric).
Note constraints: ceiling height, attic hatch size, nearby drains, and panel space.
Avoid DIY disconnects—leave gas/power/water as-is.
Call our 24/7 dispatcher—we’ll assess routes, code items, and schedule a permitted relocation.
Common Situations We Handle
Freeing closet space or moving heat/noise away from living areas
Converting to tankless or heat pump during a move
Correcting poor venting/combustion air at the old location
Garage upgrades (bollard, elevation stand) near vehicles
Attic relocations with platform, lighting, and pan/float switch
Adding recirculation to cut wait time at distant baths
Survey, Design & Permit
Map routes for gas/electric/water/vent/condensate; verify structure/clearances; choose accessories; pull permit and set inspection.
Safe Decommission & Protect
Lock out gas/power, drain and disconnect the old unit; protect floors/walls; cap safe.
Rough-In Utilities
Run/upsized gas (or dedicated electrical circuit), hot/cold piping, vent/combustion air per heater type, and condensate with neutralizer when required.
Set, Strap & Protect
Place heater on stand/platform (garage elevation or attic platform), add seismic straps, drip pan + drain or leak sensor, expansion tank, and required shutoffs.
Connect, Commission & Verify
Connect services; set ~120°F; check draft/CO (gas), current/voltage (electric), pressure, T&P discharge, and leak tests; tune recirc if installed.
Close-Out & Documentation
Haul away old unit; label valves; provide photo/report packet; coordinate inspection and any minor patching at the old location.
What’s Included
Permit & inspection coordination
Disconnection, move, and haul-away of the old setup
New utility routes (gas/electric/water, vent/condensate as applicable)
Pan & drain or leak sensor, seismic straps, and expansion tank
Commissioning tests (temp, draft/CO or electrical, pressure, T&P)
Documentation packet (photos, readings, materials)
Costs & Timelines (What to Expect)
Freeing closet space or moving heat/noise away from living areas
Converting to tankless or heat pump during a move
Correcting poor venting/combustion air at the old location
Garage upgrades (bollard, elevation stand) near vehicles
Attic relocations with platform, lighting, and pan/float switch
Adding recirculation to cut wait time at distant baths
Insurance & Compliance Support
Inspector-ready: Placement, combustion air, T&P discharge, strapping, pan/drain, and expansion control documented.
Policy alignment: Local plumbing/mechanical/electrical codes; COIs for HOAs/PMs.
Real-estate friendly: We can time work to escrow and provide a tidy close-out packet.
Risks of Waiting (Why Act Now)
Backdraft/CO risks from poor venting at the current location
Leak damage where no pan/drain exists (closets/attics)
Space & noise constraints that reduce home value/comfort
Failed inspections during remodels or sale
Methods, Materials & Quality Standards
Safety: Gas leak checks and manometer readings; CO/draft verification; electrical bonding/grounding.
Materials: Rated seismic straps, pan & drain or sensor, full-port valves, dielectric unions, condensate neutralizer, and manufacturer-approved vent kits.
Attic specifics: Platform/catwalk, lighting, pan with float switch, insulated piping, and freeze-aware routing.
Best practices: Termination clearances, vent slope/support, labeled valves, and 120°F setpoint unless otherwise specified.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a gas tank go in the attic?
Sometimes—jurisdiction and combustion air rules apply. Where allowed, we add platform, pan/float, and venting per code. If not, we’ll propose tankless or heat pump alternatives.
Will you patch the old vent/wall holes?
We cap and make safe; we can coordinate finish trades (drywall/roofing/paint) on request.
Do I need new electrical or gas?
Often. Tankless/heat pump and high-BTU units may need larger gas or dedicated circuits. We’ll verify and include in the plan.
What about recirculation?
Great time to add it—dedicated return or retrofit crossover—for faster hot water at distant baths.
Will my warranty/insurance be covered?
Yes—permitted, code-compliant installs keep warranties valid and satisfy insurers.
What temperature do you set?
Default ~120°F for safety/efficiency; we can add a mixing valve for higher stored temps and safer outlets.
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Address: 1430 E Borchard Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Phone: (949) 209-5206
Email: office@whitegloveplumbingca.com
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