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.
Should a water heater be on a pedestal?
Even though FVIR heaters are far safer and technically don’t require a water heater stand, it’s still a good practice to add an additional layer of protection to your home.
Can a water heater sit directly on the floor?
Gas water heaters can sit directly on the floor if they are FVIR(flammable vapor ignition-resistant). All gas 30, 40, and 50-gallon water heaters sold to the North American market after 2005 must comply with ANSI Z21. 10.1a-2002 standards and are FVIR.
What should a hot water heater sit on?
Your gas water heater should be 18 inches off of the ground, as per the National Fuel Gas Code. This is the standard for water heater installation requirements.
Does water heater need to be on platform?
Electric water heaters should be placed on a stand unless documentation is provided by the installer/manufacturer that verifies FIVR construction. Water heaters shall be located or protected so they are not subject to physical damage by a moving vehicle.
Does a water tank need to be on a slab?
It is essential to have your rainwater tank on a FLAT LEVEL COMPACTED BASE. The base of your Rainwater tank must be fully supported at all times. You should inspect your base regularly to ensure the base is not being eroded and that animals or insects are not undermining the base.
Why do water heaters have to be elevated?
The pilot light from your water heater is the flame that will ignite the fumes from any spilled flammable liquids. If your water heater is NOT a flammable vapor ignition resistance water heater, it must be raised to 18 inches if it is located in the garage where a car would be parked.
