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    williampmccarth Posts: 4, Reputation: 2
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    Feb 15, 2009, 10:28 AM
    Water heater drips when firing
    I noticed my water heater drips water, but only when the burner is firing and not every time. Im guessing that the tank is failing. How long do I have before my garage is full of water?
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    Feb 15, 2009, 10:53 AM

    Depending were you live it could be condensation when the cold water meets the hot flame it will drip condensation
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    Feb 15, 2009, 08:32 PM

    I live in las vegas, not much condensation... but it has been humid today. I only looked at it closely because we ran out of hot water sooner than usual today... 1 shower, 1 load of clothes. Thanks for the tip, I'll keep and eye on it
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