06-30-2009, 02:35 AM
I installed a propane one when I did major remodeling 20+ years ago. They have probably come a long way since then. Make sure that it is properly sized to your needs, if not you might not have a good experience when you are taking a shower and someone runs the dish/laundry washer!
It is the original unit, but I have rebuilt it a couple of times using a factory kit. Might not be necessary these days.
My propane provides can't believe that I heat hot water, based on my gas usage, then I mention that it is a tankless heater, and they say oh!
If you could replace the existing water heater yourself then you could install the tankless, after it is too a replacement. Same in and out water connections, gas and vent. Though a few connections might have to be moved or altered.
This Old House had a recent episode on this recently.
Also, Lowes usually has a list of installers that they recommend.
edit: I should of mentioned that I am a single person and it only becomes a minor problem when I have visitors for the weekend.
It is the original unit, but I have rebuilt it a couple of times using a factory kit. Might not be necessary these days.
My propane provides can't believe that I heat hot water, based on my gas usage, then I mention that it is a tankless heater, and they say oh!
If you could replace the existing water heater yourself then you could install the tankless, after it is too a replacement. Same in and out water connections, gas and vent. Though a few connections might have to be moved or altered.
This Old House had a recent episode on this recently.
Also, Lowes usually has a list of installers that they recommend.
edit: I should of mentioned that I am a single person and it only becomes a minor problem when I have visitors for the weekend.