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Posted: Mon Apr 20th, 2009 03:42 am

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jeremp
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I need some help choosing a tankless water heater. I am looking for a not-too-expensive solution. (tankless are inherently expensive in know)

Small house, 1500sqft. 2 bath our front loader washing machine has an internal heater for the cloths so that is not a concern. We just need hot shower and dish water.

I understand I will need to change the exhaust pipe to stainless steel. But I need to know a good brand and size so I can start browsing craig's list.

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Posted: Tue Apr 21st, 2009 12:26 am

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hvacdrd
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Here is a few links to get you going. Rheem, Rinnai, Bosch, and a Tankless Water Heater Buying Guide as a bonus...

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Posted: Tue Apr 21st, 2009 01:26 am

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jeremp
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Nice, very helpful. I was looking at these new types of pipe connectors... Sharkbite. Can anyone give me some thoughts on if they are worth the time and energy to bother with?

Thank you

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Posted: Thu Apr 23rd, 2009 03:43 am

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I know up here in the frozen north of Canada poeple run two
heaters.One as a pre heater and the other just to bring it up to temp.I have seen on the web adds for small under counter electric units.Just to throw a wrench into the pile mabey go with two small electic units.The tankless system is front heavy $$ wise but if you are staying in the house for 8 years or more you will make money on them.

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