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Old 08-27-2024, 06:41 AM
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Originally Posted by Arctic Fox View Post
We have a 40-gallon tank (electric) that is 26 years old and seems to be in perfect working order.

When it does fail, does it make sense to install a smaller one as there are only the two of us?

Most online references say a 30-gallon would be sufficient.

Would it be cheaper to run, or are they all so well-insulated these days...

Thank you
New hot water heaters are highly efficient, both as to their burners as well as insulation. You can go to a 50 gallon heater and have the ability to run the washing machine and dishwasher at the same time you take a shower. What ever you do, don't drop down to a 30 gallon tank.