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.
Wait for the water heater to completely fill with water. Try a couple of the faucets and bleed out the air to make sure the tank is full. Turn the breaker on for the hot water tank after the tank is filled with water. It will take a while for the water to warm up after it has been completely drained down.After an hour, you should have warm if not hot water. Hook the wires back up the elements and replace the covers.Turn the power back on to get the elements to start heating. Only one element heats at a time and it may take a while for the water to heat back up completely.The ' Next ' page is a ' Summary ' of this series on ' Hot Water Heater Elements '.fter an hour, you should have warm if not hot water. Hook the wires back up the elements and replace the covers. Turn the power back on to get the elements to start heating. Only one element heats at a time and it may take a while for the water to heat back up completely.