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Originally Posted by HABckb
Since my Rheem water heater is approaching 10 years in age I am considering having a tankless electric water heater installed instead. I am aware of the cost for electrical hook up as well as cost of the tank but am wondering what thoughts others have in regard to this consideration. I find it a waste of money to have water being maintained at temperature in existing 40 gal tank and thought a tankless system in the long run would be more efficient as well have a longer longevity. thoughts appreciated.
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Tank heat pump water heaters may be a better solution. If your water heater is in the garage, how about an air conditioner in the garage that makes your hot water? Super efficient, probably doesn't require an electrician as it uses about the same power as your existing service. Also doesn't need to have a annual cleaning done like a tankless.
Oh and did I mention a cooler garage?