Hot water cylinder leaking

[doog442]

Hi

I have quite a noticeable leak from my hot water cylinder as shown in the photo. (mirror used) Is it worth me trying to tighten this up or is that too dodgy looking at the mess thats built up between the tank and the connection.(The leak is coming from the flange that connects with the cyclinder) Shall I call in an expert. If so will the whole cylinder need replacing or is it a straightforward job for them to replace that connection?

regards

 

[Boilerman2]

Looking a a photo is never the same as being on site in front of the cylinder, BUT from the photo I would say new cylinder required!!

 

[doog442]

Looking a a photo is never the same as being on site in front of the cylinder, BUT from the photo I would say new cylinder required!!

many thanks, its 16 years old- I also live in a very hard water area so I guess it may be in a sorry state inside as well, will get a couple of quotes

cheers

 

[HERTS P&D]

New cylinder time, or a very brave /stupid man to try and retighten the joint.

Andy

 

[PlumbGas]

New cylinder time, or a very brave /stupid man to try and retighten the joint.

Andy

Couldn't agree more, stupid man will need the assistance of an aqua vac when it starts to pi#s water all over the place, only option, change it