Water Heater Earthquake Strap Kit

These can be found in many hardware stores on the aisle displaying the water heaters.

Water heater earthquake strap kit.

Free delivery with 45 order. For many states that do not fall within a seismic zone water heater straps are not required. This video shows how to properly install seismic water heater strapping. Rheem protech earthquake strap model sp13345 26 99 26 99.

It was written and filmed by home inspectors who are certified members of the golden. Not every state requires you to brace your water heater. While you won t be able to replicate my setup exactly hopefully this will inspire you to install upgrade or at least check and confirm that yours is safe. Find water heater accessories at lowe s today.

The rheem protech earthquake strap properly secures your water heater and prevents it from damage in the event of seismic activity or other natural disasters. Install kit 96 recirculating pump 19 relief valve 7 restraint 13 stand 18. Water heater strap front mount model 86299 9 10 9 10. Water heater strap codes in the different states.

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Commercially available strapping kits make this a relatively easy process. For pricing and availability. For pricing and availability. Complete earthquake bag emergency kit for earthquakes hurricanes wildfires floods other disasters 2 person 3 days 4 8 out of 5 stars 916.

You can also choose to. Firefighter fr 80 soft belt style water heater earthquake strap up to 80 gal. Here s how i secured mine. It meets plumbing and real estate codes and is approved by the state of california.

It is fully adjustable and rated up to 80 gal. Get it as soon as wed sep 2. However if you live in a state that has regular earthquakes or other seismic activity a water heater strap is likely necessary. Watts hrws universal steel water heater recirculating pump.

If you live in an earthquake prone area you need to strap down and secure your water heater so it won t fall over during a tremor. Kit includes straps and installation hardware.