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Originally Posted by eyewrist
I am looking to invest in a tankless water heater, new water conserving showerheads and maybe a compost tiolet for one of the commode in the home. I am hoping these products will cut the use of water by at least 40%. Any suggestion, pros and cons on the above products??
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Personally, I would not go with a tankless (on demand) water heater. I like hot (really hot) water. My well water comes out of the ground at about 60 degrees and a tankless heater only warms up the water about 30 degrees max. I don't see how I could live with 90 degree water. LOL. Even if your water is much, much warmer it still would not boost it up to the 140 degrees that I have my water heater set at.
Also, we have a lot of minerals in the water. Tankless water heaters get gunked up really easy with minerals. In a high-mineral area, they might only last a couple of years - not long enough to realize a return on your initial investment.
We do use a composting toilet, however, and love it.
20yrsinBranson