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    abraham1960 Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
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    Jun 9, 2010, 03:41 PM
    My water heater pressure relief valve leaks a little b it of water when the burner tu
    My water heater leaks about 1/2 once of water every time the burner turns on to heat the water. It leaks form the pressure relief valve. What the problem. Thanks
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    Jun 9, 2010, 06:07 PM
    Hi Abraham

    Is this a new installation or an old installation... if old, how old? Do you have an expansion tank installed at the water heater? How about a lawn sprinkler system... is that present at your home?

    Let us know...

    Mark
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    Jun 9, 2010, 06:22 PM

    At this point I would definitely replace the T&P valve even if it was not at fault. Once they open and close they are never trusted completely. Answer mass's questions but also tell us your psi and water temp.
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