Just this past week, the owner of Unit 104 had no heat. Why? Because a slow leak from their expansion tank was dripping on the electronics atop the main tank. These folks were lucky.
They only had to replace their heater. The complication is that the installed A.O. Smith Promax heaters have been discontinued. No replacement parts are available. Cost? about $3000
On a previous failure, a leaky expansion tank caused damage to the owner's unit and the units below. Guess who was liable? Yes, the unit owner with the leak.
In July, 2012, replacement service was offered. Not everybody took advantage. The cost was under $200. Talk about an ounce of prevention!
Mid Shore Plumbing has provided pictures of expansion tanks they removed previously. You will see from the photos that these tanks could have burst at anytime. This is even more of a reason for each and every owner to replace theirs. It was also recommended that these tanks be replaced every four years as a precautionary measure.
For replacement, contact Mid Shore Plumbing directly at 410/228-9003. They will not be available until February 23, 2015; but, you can leave a message.
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Do not take this advice lightly. A penny today can save a dollar(s) tomorrow............................
This is mine. I believe that it is good until 2016.
Tick...tick..tock...Drip...drip....drop
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