How do I replace a leaking drain valve? In this episode of Repair and Replace, Vance shows how to replace the drain valve in a gas or electric water heater. If there is water leaking from the threads or out of the drain valve body, then the valve should be replaced. Also if your drain valve is made from plastic, then it is prone to crack. Overall its best to install a brass drain valve.

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*Note* To do a back-flush make sure you open the cold water, not the hot water tap as shown at 2:46.

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00:00 Intro
00:40 What You'll Need
01:10 Disconnect the Water Heater
01:50 Drain the Tank
02:19 Water Not Draining?
03:31 Flush the Tank
04:10 Remove the Drain Valve
05:16 Install the Drain Valve
06:02 Refill the Tank

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