Safety

Water heaters combine electricity, gas, water, and pressure, which is exactly why safety deserves its own section. Here we cover the essentials Indian homes get wrong: proper earthing and an ELCB/RCCB for electric geysers, the right MCB rating and wiring, why a working pressure-relief valve is non-negotiable, and how scale and corrosion turn into hazards. For gas units we explain combustion air, flue and ventilation basics, and the unmistakable signs of a dangerous install. These guides help you recognise risk, test the protections you already have, and know when to shut a unit down and call a professional, so hot water never comes at the cost of a shock, scald, or leak.