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March 9, 2011 at 10:09 PM #675401March 12, 2011 at 4:11 PM #676428
svelteParticipantI looked into going tankless a year or two back and found it not to be cost effective at this time, due to the extra cost of tankless units and the relocation of venting, plumbing, etc that would be necessary.
Additionally, something that most people overlook is the extra maintenance involved with tankless. Since they have water running through small pipes to be heated, calcium and other mineral buildup must be removed regularly:
http://homerepair.about.com/b/2008/01/26/mysteries-of-tankless-water-heaters-2.htm
I asked my plumber about this and he said yes, they should be cleaned every couple of years and he would charge about $200 to do it. That adds up quick.
I’m sure it could be done on your own, but it didn’t sound simple from what I read online – at least not as simple as connecting a hose and turning on the spigot which is what I do on my own to flush my hot water heater tank now.
March 12, 2011 at 4:11 PM #676486svelteParticipantI looked into going tankless a year or two back and found it not to be cost effective at this time, due to the extra cost of tankless units and the relocation of venting, plumbing, etc that would be necessary.
Additionally, something that most people overlook is the extra maintenance involved with tankless. Since they have water running through small pipes to be heated, calcium and other mineral buildup must be removed regularly:
http://homerepair.about.com/b/2008/01/26/mysteries-of-tankless-water-heaters-2.htm
I asked my plumber about this and he said yes, they should be cleaned every couple of years and he would charge about $200 to do it. That adds up quick.
I’m sure it could be done on your own, but it didn’t sound simple from what I read online – at least not as simple as connecting a hose and turning on the spigot which is what I do on my own to flush my hot water heater tank now.
March 12, 2011 at 4:11 PM #677580svelteParticipantI looked into going tankless a year or two back and found it not to be cost effective at this time, due to the extra cost of tankless units and the relocation of venting, plumbing, etc that would be necessary.
Additionally, something that most people overlook is the extra maintenance involved with tankless. Since they have water running through small pipes to be heated, calcium and other mineral buildup must be removed regularly:
http://homerepair.about.com/b/2008/01/26/mysteries-of-tankless-water-heaters-2.htm
I asked my plumber about this and he said yes, they should be cleaned every couple of years and he would charge about $200 to do it. That adds up quick.
I’m sure it could be done on your own, but it didn’t sound simple from what I read online – at least not as simple as connecting a hose and turning on the spigot which is what I do on my own to flush my hot water heater tank now.
March 12, 2011 at 4:11 PM #677230svelteParticipantI looked into going tankless a year or two back and found it not to be cost effective at this time, due to the extra cost of tankless units and the relocation of venting, plumbing, etc that would be necessary.
Additionally, something that most people overlook is the extra maintenance involved with tankless. Since they have water running through small pipes to be heated, calcium and other mineral buildup must be removed regularly:
http://homerepair.about.com/b/2008/01/26/mysteries-of-tankless-water-heaters-2.htm
I asked my plumber about this and he said yes, they should be cleaned every couple of years and he would charge about $200 to do it. That adds up quick.
I’m sure it could be done on your own, but it didn’t sound simple from what I read online – at least not as simple as connecting a hose and turning on the spigot which is what I do on my own to flush my hot water heater tank now.
March 12, 2011 at 4:11 PM #677095svelteParticipantI looked into going tankless a year or two back and found it not to be cost effective at this time, due to the extra cost of tankless units and the relocation of venting, plumbing, etc that would be necessary.
Additionally, something that most people overlook is the extra maintenance involved with tankless. Since they have water running through small pipes to be heated, calcium and other mineral buildup must be removed regularly:
http://homerepair.about.com/b/2008/01/26/mysteries-of-tankless-water-heaters-2.htm
I asked my plumber about this and he said yes, they should be cleaned every couple of years and he would charge about $200 to do it. That adds up quick.
I’m sure it could be done on your own, but it didn’t sound simple from what I read online – at least not as simple as connecting a hose and turning on the spigot which is what I do on my own to flush my hot water heater tank now.
March 12, 2011 at 5:41 PM #676474equalizer
ParticipantIf you need new water heater, try the Rheem Professional series or the Bradford, they are the most reliable. They may cost few hundred more up front but will give peace of mind. We had put in Bradford (Cadillac of water heaters) in old place and it was great. In our current pad we have Rheem Pro and it has gone 7 years with no hassle. Get the one with highest R rating that will fit in your space. I believe they Rheem Pro and Bradford are only available to builders and independent installers not the retailers. I’ve found that HD and Lowes sell lower priced items.
March 12, 2011 at 5:41 PM #677625ParticipantIf you need new water heater, try the Rheem Professional series or the Bradford, they are the most reliable. They may cost few hundred more up front but will give peace of mind. We had put in Bradford (Cadillac of water heaters) in old place and it was great. In our current pad we have Rheem Pro and it has gone 7 years with no hassle. Get the one with highest R rating that will fit in your space. I believe they Rheem Pro and Bradford are only available to builders and independent installers not the retailers. I’ve found that HD and Lowes sell lower priced items.
March 12, 2011 at 5:41 PM #677275ParticipantIf you need new water heater, try the Rheem Professional series or the Bradford, they are the most reliable. They may cost few hundred more up front but will give peace of mind. We had put in Bradford (Cadillac of water heaters) in old place and it was great. In our current pad we have Rheem Pro and it has gone 7 years with no hassle. Get the one with highest R rating that will fit in your space. I believe they Rheem Pro and Bradford are only available to builders and independent installers not the retailers. I’ve found that HD and Lowes sell lower priced items.
March 12, 2011 at 5:41 PM #677139ParticipantIf you need new water heater, try the Rheem Professional series or the Bradford, they are the most reliable. They may cost few hundred more up front but will give peace of mind. We had put in Bradford (Cadillac of water heaters) in old place and it was great. In our current pad we have Rheem Pro and it has gone 7 years with no hassle. Get the one with highest R rating that will fit in your space. I believe they Rheem Pro and Bradford are only available to builders and independent installers not the retailers. I’ve found that HD and Lowes sell lower priced items.
March 12, 2011 at 5:41 PM #676531ParticipantIf you need new water heater, try the Rheem Professional series or the Bradford, they are the most reliable. They may cost few hundred more up front but will give peace of mind. We had put in Bradford (Cadillac of water heaters) in old place and it was great. In our current pad we have Rheem Pro and it has gone 7 years with no hassle. Get the one with highest R rating that will fit in your space. I believe they Rheem Pro and Bradford are only available to builders and independent installers not the retailers. I’ve found that HD and Lowes sell lower priced items.
March 13, 2011 at 12:28 PM #676649NotCranky
ParticipantI agree that Bradford White is good.
I buy them at AO Reed in Clairmont but I see that there are online options for non-contractors too.AO reed might sell it to a non-contractor or let a contractor you know get it for you.March 13, 2011 at 12:28 PM #677258ParticipantI agree that Bradford White is good.
I buy them at AO Reed in Clairmont but I see that there are online options for non-contractors too.AO reed might sell it to a non-contractor or let a contractor you know get it for you.March 13, 2011 at 12:28 PM #677395ParticipantI agree that Bradford White is good.
I buy them at AO Reed in Clairmont but I see that there are online options for non-contractors too.AO reed might sell it to a non-contractor or let a contractor you know get it for you.March 13, 2011 at 12:28 PM #676593ParticipantI agree that Bradford White is good.
I buy them at AO Reed in Clairmont but I see that there are online options for non-contractors too.AO reed might sell it to a non-contractor or let a contractor you know get it for you. -
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