If you do not have the correct size socket you can remove the element by putting a cold chisel on one of the edges and striking with a hammer to spin out the element.
How to remove water heater from attic.
Removing a water heating element.
Charlotte water heater advice.
Why you need to get your water heater out of your attic.
So many homes in charlotte are built on slab which can make it more difficult to run plumbing lines through the first floor of your house.
Also works better than the cheap water heater socket kits sold at the store.
Posted on october 5 2012 by e r.
Add lumbar for structural integrity if needed.
Install 3 4 in black pipe 90 fittings on hot cold.