21 Jun 2025

A Landed House at Seletar Hills Estate

Rheem Water Heater Rusty Replacement: Rheem Vertical 30L to 85VP30S at A Landed House at Seletar Hills Estate on 27 May 2025

A homeowner at Seletar Hills Estate contacted Homeone after noticing advanced rust on their ceiling-mounted Rheem water heater. Upon inspection, our technician confirmed a serious case of "Rheem Water Heater Rusty"—with rust visibly spreading across the tank body, pipe fittings, and outlet piping.

The condition of the water heater presented several risks. Rust streaks were evident along the base and side of the tank, clearly indicating internal corrosion had begun breaching the tank wall. Brownish-red water residue was found dripping onto the heater bracket and adjacent surfaces. The hot, cold, and drain piping were all visibly affected, with joint areas showing signs of oxidation and possible leak points.

Continued use of this Rheem Water Heater Rusty unit would eventually result in a full tank failure, leading to water damage, ceiling collapse, or worse—an electrical short circuit. The homeowner, aware of these risks, provided a new Rheem 85VP30S unit for installation and requested to retain the vertical 30L design due to space and capacity needs.

  • Project location

    A Landed House at Seletar Hills Estate

  • Property type

    Landed

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Before

Replacement of a Rheem vertical 30L water heater to resolve heater problems end of service life.

After

The Rheem 85VP30S has been newly installed to the existing water heater system, with all connecting pipework made of stainless steel. The installation includes a new stop valve, double check valve, drain pipe, electric bonding, and 2.5mm² wire, and a submission has been filed to PUB to ensure safety and compliance with PUB regulations. Additionally, Homeone offers a 1-year warranty on this installation, complementing the manufacturer's warranty, ensuring peace of mind and reliable service.

Rheem Water Heater Rusty Replacement: Rheem Vertical 30L to 85VP30S

📍Seletar Hills Estate

A homeowner at Seletar Hills Estate engaged Homeone after discovering extensive rust on their ceiling-mounted Rheem water heater. Our inspection confirmed advanced tank corrosion, with rust visible on the heater body, pipe fittings, and outlet connections—clear signs that the unit had deteriorated beyond safe use.

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Project Overview

A homeowner at Seletar Hills Estate engaged Homeone to replace their existing Rheem Vertical 30L storage water , which was showing visible signs of wear and non-compliance. 

Why this replacement is needed?

The corrosion posed serious risks, including potential leakage, water damage, and electrical hazards if left unattended. To address this, the homeowner opted to replace the faulty unit with a Rheem 85VP30S, retaining the same vertical 30L configuration to suit the existing space and household hot water requirements.

Before

Old storage water heater before replacement at Seletar Hills Estate

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 Rheem vertical 30L at end of service life.
After

New storage water heater installed

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Rheem 85VP30S

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The outcome of our work

Site Findings

  • The tank surface had deep rust trails and streaks
  • Fittings on hot, cold, and drain lines were corroded and brittle
  • Water staining under the bracket suggested slow leakage
  • The entire heater setup was at the end of its service life
  • Non-visible model number due to rust and label fading
  • The heater location and because of the heater capacity required two-man safety handling

Replacement Work Scope ⚙️

Dismantling

  • Isolated water and power supply
  • Removal of Rheem Water Heater Rusty Unit
  • Cleared degraded pipe fittings and corroded electrical connectors
  • Verified wall anchoring and bracket integrity for the wall mount heater
  • Mounted the new Rheem 85VP30S securely
  • Installed stainless steel inlet/outlet pipework (≤1 metre)
  • Fitted PUB-approved double check valve and stopcock
  • Replaced power cable with 2.5mm² wiring
  • Bonded metal parts to earth according to CP5 Clause 413-02

Testing & Handover

  • Performed pressure and leak testing
  • Verified electrical safety and earthing continuity
  • Final visual inspection and site cleanup
PUB Certificate Seletar Hills Estate Rheem Water Heater

Submission for PUB

Our job was completed together with the required PUB submission. This ensures all plumbing works meet PUB’s standards and comply with Public Utilities (Water Supply) Regulations — a key part of doing the job safely and correctly.

Conclusion:

This Rheem Water Heater Rusty case in Seletar Hills Estate demonstrated how advanced corrosion in old storage water heaters can pose structural and electrical risks. With rust visible on the tank, joints, and fittings, the failing system was safely replaced with a vertical Rheem 85VP30S model under PUB-compliant conditions.

Homeone’s experienced team handled the job with safety-first execution and licensed supervision, delivering long-term reliability and peace of mind for the homeowner.

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