The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recommends setting the water heater at no more than 120 degrees Fahrenheit (49 degrees Celsius) to prevent scalding. Not to mention, a water heater that is set too high can unnecessarily increase your electricity bill.Jul 18, 2018
Why do gas water heaters need to be elevated?
The main reason you need to have your water heater placed on a hot water heater stands is to prevent fire incidents. Lifting your water heater prevents flammable fumes and vapors' from spilled gasoline or any other combustible fluid from lying on the floor in the garage.Sep 12, 2017
Do water heaters need to be elevated?
Water heaters only need to be raised (per code) if they are using an ignitable fuel source (gas, propane, etc). And even then, the code is that the ignition mechanism is what needs to be raised. If your water heater is electric or a heat pump, no need to raise it per code.
How high should a water heater be installed above the garage floor?
Which means, for all practical purposes, the actual water heater should be elevated approximately 12-14" above the garage floor. The burner/ ignition flame is likely 4"-6" above the base of the water heater.
Do hot water heaters need to be elevated?
Your water heater stand needs to lift your water heater at least 18 inches off the ground. ... Any water heater with an ignition source needs to stay high such that the ignition source is not shorter than 18 inches above the floor. Buy a water heater stand and watch your water heater last for generations.Sep 12, 2017