I completely disagree to this post. I had also never had any experience in
plumbing or wiring before I started major DIY project with finishing my
basement. I was able to wire my basement, including installing sub-panel in
my workshop and upgrade half of rest of house wiring. I also fully replaces
DWV and water supply service in my house. Now I am learning and preparing to
relocate gas pipes in my house. Everyone sometimes has to start from
something. One just needs to understand what he/she is doing, all possible
hazards and precautions and practice enough. Web provides an outstanding
resources for DIY almost in any field and this newsgroup being the best one.
If you don't know something post questions here. If you ask questions
correctly you are likely to get proper answers as well. If we all were
scared to do something because it may kill us we wouldn't be driving cars -
driving can also kill you and others.

"Tom J" wrote in message
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"Walleye" wrote in message
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Time to get my gas water heater replaced and I'd like to tackle it
myself if
at all possible.

Any hints/tips would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Walter

Walter, if you've never soldered pipe with solder that doesn't contain
led, or
if you've never worked on gas lines, you'll be glad you had an installer
do
the job. It's not worth the risk to the lives of you and your family.

Tom J