Old Wall Heater Removal

Reply testfest 7 33 pm 12 feb 14.

Old wall heater removal.

I d like to remove a non working ugly old wall heater unit that is taking up wall space in my living room. Hallway view coming from bedroom. It s important to know what kind of walls you have before you begin. If necessary pull the knob.

To remove a wall heater these clips must be removed as well as their connection to the gas line that allows the heater to power your home. All of this must be done in a very specific way to avoid serious injury. The age of the wall usually determines whether it s drywall or plaster. The other side of the wall is a small hallway and the wall heater unit is just in the way and it s ugly.

In plaster walls wood lath is nailed to wood framed walls and covered with two or three coats of plaster. Hallway view from coming bathroom door. Step by step tutorial instructions on how to remove baseboard heaters. Exactly how many clips and fasteners are used to secure a wall heater to a wall varies depending on the unit.

Reply a cog 8 48 pm 12 feb 14. Old wall mount gas heaters have been a popular choice at several households despite the emergence of several modern alternatives. If so how long wide. Old wall heaters are similar to space heaters but are installed permanently in a wall and are often gas powered.

Does it have a flue. Remove those old dangerous baseboard heaters that are notorious for causing housefires. You must typically remove four or more screws from the edges of the grill using a screwdriver. While the reluctance to change an already installed heater can be a reason the reason why they have existed for so long can be primarily attributed to two significant factors.

This will make the living room look better and give the hallway a wider feel. I also had a plumber remove our old gas wall heater it s the sealing off of the gas pipe which you want someone else to do.