A residential water heater, rented from an electric or water utility, is a fixture in law.

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In law, a fixture is an object that was once personal property but has been attached to property in such a way that it is legally considered part of the real property. A residential water heater, when rented from an electric or water utility and installed in a home, is typically considered a fixture because it is attached to the property's plumbing system, making it part of the real estate.

A Residential Water Heater, Rented from an Electric or Water