Are these on-demand, instant heaters with new technology or old design that few persons are aware of ?
Where do you find these heaters ?

With all the rebate incentives, I'm thinking about going from a 50 gallon Electric storage water heater (made in 2002) to a natural gas tankless water heater. How much will I expect to save a year? It's just two of us in the household, but we're planning on expanding the family. Our current electric bill is about per month. After all the rebates, the price to upgrade would be about 0 including installation. Is it worth the investment?

I'm considering replacing my electric water heater with a Bosch electric tankless (60 degree rise at 3 gal. per minute, incoming water at 45 degree's). ---- I have the necessary electric supply with two -200 amp breaker panels with empty breaker positions in each ( need120 amps for heater).---- I have heard that the temperature can fluctuate as much as 8 to 10 degrees, which is most notable during a shower. Can anyone that uses a tankless water heater tell me your experience with it. It's just my wife and I, we only shower, use the sink, do laundry, etc. one at a time.

Especially the larger 3 bathroom, kitchen, laudryroom rated size models? Usually requiring at least 2 - 220volt 2- 60AMP breakers?

I was told that the electric variety of tankless water heaters suck up a lot more juice than their propane/nat gas counterparts. The reason I am considering electric is that I don't want an extensive installation - I just want to replace my old electric tank heater with a wall-mounted tankless one. Is it worth it?

my gas water heater needs to be replaced ASAP. Can anyone reccomend a good electric 40 gal tank or a electric tankless water heater for a mobile home with two adults and one child.......hopefully under 0?

We are in the process of building a new home and it is time to pick out the hot water heaters. There is so much information out there and I need some help choosing the right one! Here are some details...

We live on Gulf Coast in MS (so it's warm almost all year)

master bedroom - 2 sinks, 125 gal whirlpool tub, separate shower
2 other bathrooms with tub and shower, 1 double sink, 1 single sink
1 additional bathroom with double sink, stand up shower only
Kitchen - sink, dishwasher (cant think of anything else that would need hotwater ??)
Laundry roomm - Washing Machine (a larger one - we are a family of 6)

We do not want gas at all in the house so it must be electric, but I was wondering how the solar/electric tankless units work too, and with all of the bathrooms and appliances using so much hot water how many units would we need to purchase.

Thanks so much! I cant wait to get some insight! This is a very important decision that must be made soon!
note: my husband is dead set against gas. He does not want a gas tank buried underground in our backyard and if truly afraid the house could blow up if we have gas. (his ex wife's house burned down 5 years ago and his son died in the fire, our house burned down 15 months ago. This was due to an electrical storm, but really there is no changing his mind. I agree with you though. ughhh)

We hooked it up but no hot water . The water pressure is good.

I'm considering replacing my aged conventional water heater with one of these. I live in a 3 bathroom home but I live alone now and don't use nearly as much water as I'm presently heating. But I want a heater that will take care of the whole house, should I sell it. I'd appreciate any experienced input!
Thanks.

we have 5 boys and a 3200 square foot house. we have 2 hot water heaters now and we have enough hot water for the whole house. We have no gas lines hooked up to our house. thanks

I have an electric water heater that is due for replacement. My range, and central heat is gas. There is no gas line piped to the location of the water heater.

I am considering a tankless water heater. I am considering electric, because the house is already wired for it. If I go with gas, then I will have to run a pipe to it. What do you think?

What do you think of hybrid (gas/electric) water heaters?

Is a tankless water heater really better than a conventional water heater with a timer attached?

I am a home improvement contractor and I was told be a customer that there is an electric tankless water heater with a propane back up. I have never heard of such, nor can I find one online. If you know of one would you please paste a link for me.

are electric tankless water heaters any better than a normal electric water heater and are they any cheaper on hydro?

The next time you take a hot shower you might want to think about the alternative to the stored water heating tank that is currently being used in your home. While these tank water heaters were once the best technology available, many people are realizing that a tankless electric water heater provides enormous benefits and makes a smarter choice for most households.

• More Affordable

A big benefit of the tankless electric hot water heater is the total cost. The initial purchase price is generally lower than for most other types of water heater. The installation costs for an electric model are considerably less than for a gas unit. The main reason is that no venting is necessary for an electrical unit as there are no fumes to remove. This means that installation is easier and faster. The monthly operating cost is also going to be cheaper for most people because the price they pay for electricity is less than the price of gas.

• Longevity

When you buy an electric tankless water heater, you are also making a long-term investment. A big problem with stored water heaters or tank water heaters as they are also known, is that the unused water stays inside the tank. Because that water sits there sometimes for long periods, corrosion is more likely to occur and this reduces the life span for these hot water tanks. Typically, hot water storage tanks only last around 10 years or so. An electric tankless hot water heater however, can last twice as long.

• Improved Energy Efficiency

With the greater emphasis on protecting the environment and conserving utilities, choosing energy efficient appliances has become important to many consumers. When you purchase a tankless water heater electric model, you will save money and be a little “green” thanks to their increased energy efficiency. For one thing, no venting is needed. The venting for other types of water heater can cause up to 20% of the energy they use to be wasted. Heating water that is not going to be used can also increase waste. The water stored in the tank is often heated hotter than necessary to make up for the heat that will be lost as the water is piped to the point where it is being used.

• Space Saving

Another benefit of buying a 120 volt AC tankless water heater (or 220/240 volt for European and other countries) is that the units take up less room. That might be a great help to you if your available space for a water heater is limited, which is the case in many apartments and small homes. Even if you have a nice size utility closet, having a smaller water heater can be useful because you can use the extra space for storage. And what modern family doesn’t need more storage?

• Natural Gas No Longer Practical

Another good reason to switch to an electric water heater is that natural gas is not going to be a viable option much longer. As alternative and more environmentally friendly methods of producing electricity become widespread, electricity will become even more the preferred choice for these purposes. Switching now just makes good sense. Think what you will save.

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