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In_The_Wind

(72,300 posts) Sun Jul 23, 2017, 04:22 PM Jul 2017

Cold shower time [View all]

The hot water heater leaked all over the floor. Needs repair.

Carpet will need to come up due to mold. Wall paneling may need replacing. Flooring didn't 'feel' soft when I tested it with a screwdriver.

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Cold shower time [View all] In_The_Wind Jul 2017 OP

Oh no... Aristus Jul 2017 #1

amen to that thought In_The_Wind Jul 2017 #2

You got this... Aristus Jul 2017 #3

I'll drive 20 miles and pay $15 for a hot shower but I got this. In_The_Wind Jul 2017 #4

MAJOR Bummer!! Hope repairs are quick! lastlib Jul 2017 #5

How difficult is it to change the pressure valve? In_The_Wind Jul 2017 #6

It's not real difficult, usually. lastlib Jul 2017 #7

That was interesting. Looks like a DIY job. I'll give it a try, maybe tomorrow. In_The_Wind Jul 2017 #9

Good Luck! lastlib Jul 2017 #11

Do you have bath tub if so heat water on the stove. Demtexan Jul 2017 #8

Yes, we have a gas stove. If it isn't a simple fix we will be warming bathwater there. In_The_Wind Jul 2017 #10

Mine was a major problem also. Demtexan Jul 2017 #12

Oh. Thought it meant something else. But meantime, *sorry* for the plight UTUSN Jul 2017 #13