Fixtures & Water HeatersQuestion 179 of 360
A water heater is being installed in an attic above finished living space. What must be provided to catch leaks?
a.A floor sink under the joists
b.A drain pan piped to an approved discharge point
c.Only a leak-alarm sensor
d.Nothing, since the tank is listed
Explanation
When a water heater is located where a leak would cause damage, such as an attic over living space, it must sit in a drain pan piped to an approved discharge location. The pan protects the structure below from tank or connection leaks. The drain must run to a point where the leak is visible.
Law Reference: 2022 California Plumbing Code (CPC) §507.5Practice all 360 questions free — no signup required.
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