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Replacing a hot water heater. Efficiency? Jay Pique 10-22-2006
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Posted by Leon on October 23, 2006, 10:40 am



> Hello,
>
> I need to replace a hot water heater whose tank has cracked. Any
> recommendations? I'm leaning towards just a straight replacement, with
> a good energy rating. However, I've seen some articles on retrofit
> recirculating systems, as well as "on-demand" hot water, and would like
> to hear if anyone has any strong opinions. I'm willing to pay for an
> efficient system provided it breaks even cost-wise over say 5 years.
> Thanks.
> JP
>

I replaced mine 2 years ago with a top of the line electric Whirlpool from
Lowe's. Since I pay about 14 cents per kilowatt hour I have been monitoring
my electricity usage for 15 plus years. I paid about $325 for the water
heater and know for certain that it has paid for itself in energy savings
already.



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Posted by on October 23, 2006, 9:20 pm



Sounds inefficient to me.

Hot water doesn't need to be heated.

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