Hello all
I fear a dispute with waterproofing contractor so need some advice
I have two new water heaters in a duplex (one in each respective basement)
-Model: Rheem 50gal Heaters (Purchased at Home Depot)
-Electric heaters
-Expansion Tanks
-Dehumidifiers running 24/7
Heaters were installed by a licensed plumber and working for seven (7) months. They haven't gotten much use, we are still doing rehab. Ten (10) days ago, Basement Waterproofers CUT the water supply lines to heaters to move them away from the wall and install sump pumps. When they cut the water supply lines, water splashed all over the units from above.
Today, (10 days later) I notice rust in BOTH Electrical Junction Boxes on the heater lids. The styrofoam underneath is rust colored now. (Photo Album) Is this because the water sat on the lid and seeped into the unit? Or is this a defect that's been rusting for months from within?
Waterproofer argues the rust is old and splashing from cut water lines never caused a problem before. I will cut out the foam protection under the junction basin to assess moisture/rust. I think they are liable if heaters are damaged.
What does everyone think? Your help is truly appreciated!
-Christian
I fear a dispute with waterproofing contractor so need some advice
I have two new water heaters in a duplex (one in each respective basement)
-Model: Rheem 50gal Heaters (Purchased at Home Depot)
-Electric heaters
-Expansion Tanks
-Dehumidifiers running 24/7
Heaters were installed by a licensed plumber and working for seven (7) months. They haven't gotten much use, we are still doing rehab. Ten (10) days ago, Basement Waterproofers CUT the water supply lines to heaters to move them away from the wall and install sump pumps. When they cut the water supply lines, water splashed all over the units from above.
Today, (10 days later) I notice rust in BOTH Electrical Junction Boxes on the heater lids. The styrofoam underneath is rust colored now. (Photo Album) Is this because the water sat on the lid and seeped into the unit? Or is this a defect that's been rusting for months from within?
Waterproofer argues the rust is old and splashing from cut water lines never caused a problem before. I will cut out the foam protection under the junction basin to assess moisture/rust. I think they are liable if heaters are damaged.
What does everyone think? Your help is truly appreciated!
-Christian
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