Tankless Heater Problems And Reviews

Question: I want to get a tankless water heater. is it better to get an electric or a gas tankless heater?

(Posted by: daBean on 2007-11-25 18:54:28)

i live in WA state, and have a natural gas connection.

Posted by: freakboynv2000 on 2007-11-25, 19:00:53

Gas units are much easier to install. electric units have huge power needs.

Posted by: milton b on 2007-11-25, 19:02:25

That depends entirely on where you live (up north,down south,propane,natural gas) it will be a very good investment. most of the homes which i have had to work on ask that same question. it is a tremendous cost saving to the home owner. i remodeled a guys house and he had the unit we installed outfitted with both electrical and propane backup. (i live in florida, hurricanes you know) it was a great idea.

Posted by: mike b on 2007-11-25, 20:14:57

Since electricity is not cheap in most of WA state I would go with the gas model. If your house does not have 200 amp electric service you can forget an electric model.

Posted by: Bill on 2007-11-26, 06:59:29

To answer your question simply. Most gas units have to be vented, is there a problem with venting ? Electric heaters can go just about any where as no venting is needed. I would say the gas will probably be cheaper and faster. I would look to buy the waterless tank that heats up the water as needed. Is this what you have in mind?