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So, what water heater are you buying?
I am interested, because I might need one too. Mine is 35+ years old, and while still working fine, I need to have Plan B.
Ugh... I just notice it. You want electric and l need gas ..
If a new water heater doesn't solve your problem, replace the mixing valve. Mine went haywire when I was in the shower and gave me a dose of scalding hot water.
So, what water heater are you buying?
I am interested, because I might need one too. Mine is 35+ years old, and while still working fine, I need to have Plan B.
Ugh... I just notice it. You want electric and l need gas ..
We've been really happy with our Rinnai tankless units. We had one in the kitchen closet that replaced the old tank unit and freed up a lot more storage space. The second one is an outside unit on the back wall of the house that was installed when we remodeled the kitchen and took out the old closet. Unlimited hot water, and no gas use when we aren't using hot water. The only minor negative is they do require a power connection for the internal computer and the gas ignitor. I am thinking about looking for a way to power the water heater from a battery and invertor.
We've been really happy with our Rinnai tankless units. We had one in the kitchen closet that replaced the old tank unit and freed up a lot more storage space. The second one is an outside unit on the back wall of the house that was installed when we remodeled the kitchen and took out the old closet. Unlimited hot water, and no gas use when we aren't using hot water. The only minor negative is they do require a power connection for the internal computer and the gas ignitor. I am thinking about looking for a way to power the water heater from a battery and invertor.
But the OP is looking for electric. Several plumbers I know will not install electric tankless units. One will but only if you sign a disclaimer saying that he explained to you the history of problems and went against his advice and did it anyway.
Yep, you're on borrowed time. (Put in 50 gal, this time.)
+1, on both points.
I would add that I replace my water heater on a proactive basis, about every 12 years. Yes, it's possible that I might get a few more years out of the old one, but I find it much more convenient to do things on my own schedule, rather than having to deal with plumbers who might--or might not--be available if my water heater decides to quit unexpectedly.
I sure wish we could install a 50 gallon one! Our WATER HEATER is in a supply closet outside the house. It's the only place for it--no basement/garage.
So we're stuck with a "shorty" of 38 gallons. Cannot go taller/wider due to dimensions of supply closet. It works for the two of us. Can't imagine it serving a family with a couple of kids...
But to use a terms that I/you will hate: "It is what it is."
PS I've enjoyed the discussion of "hot water heater" though. Never thought about the term quite that way before. The other day, with no hot water issuing forth, I guess we could have called it a "un-hot water heater." Oh well, off to make a tuna sandwich she says, chuckling
LD- Just so you know, water heaters may come in different gallon sizes, but the percentage of “hot” water they deliver, remains constant. That constant is 55%. Doesn’t matter if it’s oil fired/nat. gas/electric or nuke, the 55% applies to all of them. This happens due to the cool/cold water replacing the hot water that you demand. (Cold goes in as hot comes out.)
So, your 38 gallon heater, delivers about 21 gallons of “hot” water.
I sure hope that sandwich is made of albacore tuna with sweet relish!
On sourdough, ofc!
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