[2manyfbods]

Yeah, it's a little off the usual topic content but, My Hot water heater is starting to go. I would prefer to change it before it quits completely.

I've done some research on tankless water heaters but, I would like to here feedback on those of you that have them. I live in the phoenix area so, ground water rarely gets below 45-50 degrees and I have a 200amp service panel. I only have electric

Thanks !


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[AndyB]

I've installed a couple of the electric hot water heaters before. (I'm a licensed electrician)

A 200amp service is more than enough unless your panel is completely full of tandem breakers and there is no space left. Be sure to keep in mind where the hot water heater is going, where the service panel is and the possibility of getting electricity to it without spending a fortune. The bigger the heater the more expensive the wiring is going to get there. Unless they have changed recently these units don't perform very well with low flow conditions. IE dishwasher or sinks. Your dishes in your dish washer might always get washed with luke warm/cold water.

Having installed and used them I don't recommend them. You will spend more on the unit and hooking it up then you will save money on electricity. Just get a really nice electric hot water heater and call it a day. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)