Tankless hot water heater...

**Russ** · 07-09-2008, 12:12 PM

first..Welcome to FV.

I'm not sure of the cost savings. Might take a bit more research.

**Russ** · 07-09-2008, 12:18 PM

crazyguy check out this link >> CLICK HERE

**freebs** · 07-09-2008, 12:27 PM

Originally Posted by Michelle

Our quote for a traditional 50 gal water heater from Lowe's is $1349, including installation.

Wow we went to home depot as they had a cheaper cost on the 50 gallon electric, we purchased it for $290 and installed it ourself.

ETA: ours has a 6 yr warranty also!

**blitzen** · 07-09-2008, 12:58 PM

We'll be getting a tankless heater when it comes time to replace ours. It takes nearly 3/4 a gallon of water to run out of the tap before the water is hot enough for washing dishes! We save the water while we are waiting, but I will be glad to have instant hot water!

**Laura2** · 07-10-2008, 12:17 AM

Currently we have a traditional water heater, but once that quits, we will probably replace it with a tankless water heater.

**ukbb** · 07-10-2008, 11:12 AM

Originally Posted by crazyguy

I have a traditional electric water heater which is due for replacement. I have a friend who is an honest plummer and he told me that tankless water heaters use more electricity than traditionals. Is this right? He recommended to just buy a smaller water heater which matches our usage and that would be the most economical for my family.

Tankless heaters use more energy (electric or gas) while in use. The savings come from not having a tank of hot water losing heat all day long.

**angrypuppy** · 07-31-2008, 06:55 PM

Originally Posted by freebs

Wow we went to home depot as they had a cheaper cost on the 50 gallon electric, we purchased it for $290 and installed it ourself.

ETA: ours has a 6 yr warranty also!

I was going to say the exact same thing. It is a very easy project. I am not a super handy man, either.