08-05-2007, 02:10 AM
I totally agree with Pam. On-demand hot water heaters save a lot of energy costs over a tank type, and both are cheaper to operate than electric. However, both cannot always be located in the same spot due to venting requirements for the gas units. If the electric unit is located in an area that would be difficult to vent a gas unit, then the cost for the conversion will go up. The good thing is that a gas unit can be installed outside with no vent, and there are direct vent models that can be installed inside on an outside wall. I have used on- demand propane water heaters for years with no trouble. They come in many sizes, depending on how many hot water outlets you want to use at the same time. Some require electricty to operate the gas controls, and some don't.
In the meantime, you can reduce your electric hot water operating costs by turning the temperature down to as low as possible for a comfortable shower.
Bill
"Be kind whenever possible; it is always possible"
-Dalai Lama-
In the meantime, you can reduce your electric hot water operating costs by turning the temperature down to as low as possible for a comfortable shower.
Bill
"Be kind whenever possible; it is always possible"
-Dalai Lama-