1 Expect to pay an additional $200-$800 or more to remove existing tile and repair any damaged areas underneath, for a total of $1,000-$5,000 or more for a typical bathroom (5'x7' to 10'x10'). 2  For details see, How Much Does a Tile Floor Cost. For details see, How Much Does a Tile Floor Cost. 2  Retiling around a bathtub or inside a shower enclosure can cost $800-$2,500 or more, depending on the type of tiles, total square footage, the amount of repairs needed, any special pattern or border, and local labor rates.
1 Answer from this member: Unless you are very experienced on replacing water heater elements, Yes, I strongly recommend draining the tank first. Otherwise, it could cause a lot of damage. To drain the tank, be sure to turn the breaker and supply water valve off and open any hot water tap in the house.
1 When your hot water heater turns on the water expands as it heats. 2  That creates pressure within the water heater tank. 3  In non technical terms, if you have what is called an âopenâ system, this extra volume of water can flow back into the main to the city if it needs to.ttach a hose to the drain valve at the bottom of the tank. Run the other end of the hose to lower place where you can drain rusty hot water without causing damage. Open a hot water faucet in the house to let air into the tank.