It is time to replace it; how difficult will it be to put the new water heater in the garage which is attached to the house; but on the other side from where the current water heater is. And, does anyone recommend waterless heaters that give instant hot water?
2007-02-16 13:56:58 · 13 answers · asked by Jean B 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
It shouldn't be too difficult if you know how to solder and reroute the pipes. You may want to consider an insulating blanket for the water heater in your garage if you live in a climate that gets very cold in the winter- otherwise your gas/electric(depends on what kind of heater you have) bill will go up.
If it is a gas heater be sure and double check for gas leaks when you reroute those too.
I don't know much about the tankless, but know an acquaintance that is happy with hers.
2007-02-16 14:56:47 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i've been looking into the tankless water heaters for the same reason you're looking, to get a closet back. if you have a gas line to the current heater, it shouldn't be horrible to change it out. i would have a plumber do it though. to choose a heater, it's based on how many fixtures you have or want to use at once, like say a sink and a washer or a shower and two sinks. also, how much of an increase in temp, like if the water coming into the house is 40*f, the increase is 80*f to heat it to 120*f. if you live in a cold area, you'll need a stronger heater. as to the rebate, it's a $300 federal tax CREDIT which means it's taken off the top of your taxable income and as of right now, it's good till the end of 2007.
try this website
http://www.tanklesswater.com/
be aware, some cities require a permit to replace a water heater (like in houston...) and to put in a tankless, it will be more expensive, but maybe not, compared to moving the heater to the garage. you should be able to get estimates from plumbers for free and compare the cost.
2007-02-16 14:29:07 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you people don't know what your talking about then don't answer. 1. No a larger gas line does not mean more gas usage. 2. You can't put a hot water heater anywhere and in some states code says no to the garage for fuel burning appl. 3. UNLESS YOU LIVE IN THE NORTH POLE YOUR GROUND WATER IS NOT 40 DEGREES!!! so you will not have 80 delta t. or for you geniuses out "rise in temp". 4. And finally go to Rannai.com you can put the instant hot water heat on the inside or outside of the building and you can size the one you need that way when you deal with so called master plumbers you can educate them to what you need. Most plumbers do not go to school for heating anything.
2007-02-17 01:55:09 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ok the hardest part about replacing a water heater, is removing the old one and putting the new one in place. If you have anything above 50 gal you probaly will want some help moving it. also be very careful that u solder the joins in right, or u will have a leak.
Now it sounds like you want to relocate the water heater. Sounds simple enough, but you maybe have to repipe the whole house.
I think tankless water heater is the way to go if you have the money to spend on it, they use less engery and keep the hot water coming, plus a tax write off,
2007-02-16 14:50:43 · answer #4 · answered by craig_pumphrey 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In the first place have you thought about the changes you'd be making, in the lines. If it's on the other side of the house your going to have a lot of changes in the lines. Secondly, an instant water heater is great, if you can afford one. They're still new on the market and the prices are very high, check it out at Home Depot. I would have to have one for fifteen years to make a difference between a standard one and the waterless one, I'm 68 years old ?
2007-02-16 23:45:27 · answer #5 · answered by cowboydoc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We changed our hot water tank to a tankless. Best thing we ever did. Was expensive but worth it. Now have hot water all the time even when filling bath tub. Amazing. We bought a Noritz EZTR Model NRC663-FSV. We were told by installer best one they have installed yet. Sure there are many other also good.
2016-04-10 04:37:51 · answer #6 · answered by Robert and Sue 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can place the heater wherever you wish, so long as you can run the water / gas and/or electric lines to it.
Tankless heaters are great, but gas ones require a larger gas feed into your house, which means you would never recover the cost.
2007-02-16 14:04:23 · answer #7 · answered by I am, I said 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually you find the kind of water heater you want/need and then call the dealer and the come over and replace it. You might want to check the new "Rinnai tankless water heaters". http://www.foreverhotwater.com/media-on-air.php
2007-02-16 14:18:31 · answer #8 · answered by sophieb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
tankless water heaters are pretty awesome. don't go for the cheapest one, though. definitely check the ratings and recommendations for your needs. if you have no experience with this type of work, get a licensed plumber to do it for you.
they are more expensive up front, but there is a federal rebate on them of, i think, up to $300, for energy conservation. the efficiency of the unit also translates to $$$$ savings over the year.
good luck!!
2007-02-16 14:04:55 · answer #9 · answered by kaydeedid 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can't wait to get mine installed, the instant heat...as far as relocating your hot water heater..you'd need a gas/electric connection plus plumbing, plus hot/cold water return lines...too much work..Go for the instant heat.
2007-02-16 14:01:07 · answer #10 · answered by Betty Boop 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋