Suggestions for covering and/or hiding water heater and tank
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Marian A. Fischer on May 28, 2014Folding screen like the Chinese/Japanese use as room separators; that wouldn't be a solid enclosure, requiring a permit and lots of expense.Helpful Reply
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Z on May 28, 2014I would build a privacy fence around it, if that doesn't need permits and such, using PVC posts and privacy lattice sheets, which have smaller openings between the lattice. You could then place a planter on the patio with climbing plants in it.Helpful Reply
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Jean Adams on May 28, 2014What about freezing?Helpful Reply
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Wanda Cauthen on May 28, 2014Unfortunately in the great state of Florida, due to hurricanes and such, you do need permits and inspections, etc. to build an inclosure on your house. You do not want you water heater destroyed. Your location on the west coast of FL. gets cold in the winter months, doesn't it? Not sure how cold it gets, but sadly enough, maybe you should bite the bullet and get estimates from local contractors. Maybe if you supply materials they can give discount on labor (If hubby helps). Just guessing.Helpful Reply
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Shari on May 28, 2014Gee, it's too bad the tanks were not moved over to the right several feet. It looks like it is only inches from your door, which really doesn't afford you much wiggle room for any type of enclosure--permanent or removable. The only thing I can think of is something like the picture attached, which is similar to what I think Becky was trying to describe. I just can't figure out how you would secure it from being blown or knocked over since it would be sitting on the concrete slab. Although we don't get much cold weather, you may want to get an insulated wrap for the hot water heater so it doesn't work non-stop to stay heated on those rare cold days. And what about rain? Is it going to be prone to rust out quickly due to constant exposure to humidity and rain?Helpful Reply
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Adrianne C on May 29, 2014A folding screen made with shutters are nice.Helpful Reply
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Jeanette S on May 29, 2014You could build a privacy screen out of lattice which would allow for ventilation. I would construct it to attach to a form from the ceiling of the garage in case it ever flooded again it could just run outside!Helpful Reply
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Marian A. Fischer on May 31, 2014The privacy screen out of lattice by Jeanette is a great idea--similar to the object I suggested and I like the idea of attaching to a form from ceiling, to allow for any flooding run off. Could attach it to wall with something like eye hooks and be able to open and close it easier by folding it in to get to it. You may still have to check with building codes, but don't think it's necessary since it's quite quickly removable just won't blow or flow away in any weather. Good luck.Helpful Reply
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