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Saturday, March 14, 2009 2:35:49 PM
This is not accurate information. Tankless water heaters will cost at least 1,000.00 for the unit without installation. In the southern states installation cost's are less because they hang on the outside of the house. In the midwest costs run much more because they need to be installed inside the homes to prevent freezing. Installation in the real world can run between $2,000.00 and $3,500.00 depending on where it needs to be installed and if the house is brick or stucco. Also if you currently have gas in the house and always remember you want to have soft water on these units due to lime problems if you live in an area with hard water. If you need a softener add more $$$$ to the equation. These are nice units they will supply you endless hot water to 2 or 3 fixtures at once depending upon the flow rates. If you are filling a large bathtub with a high flow rate faucet, this may be the only fixture you can run. The burner's in these units modulate from 17,000 btu to 199,000 btu. Normal 40 gal. gas heater has a 40,000 btu in it. If you have a family you won't be saving money, you will have the convenience of not running out of hot water, but your gas bill's may be higher. If you live alone you will save $$$$. Talk to a plumber to find out if it is the right application for you.  Smile
Saturday, March 14, 2009 3:41:40 PM
there is no cap on tax credit for geo units, who is reading this stuff, the $1500 cap is on 95%afue gas furnace or on heat pump system but, no cap on GEO.  30% OF JOB COST IS TAX CREDIT WORTHY....
Saturday, March 14, 2009 4:36:42 PM
More misinformation: In North Amrica, the south and west (not est and west) sides of a house receive the most solar exposure in the summer.

Also, experts don't recommend wind turbines anywhere where trees and buildings are within 200 feet, because these objects create turbulence that radically reduces power generation and increases wear and tear on the machinery. The photo of the rooftop turbine between two chimneys is a great example of what not to do! A turbine should be at least 30 feet above the roof.
Saturday, March 14, 2009 4:41:42 PM
More corrections: The south and west (not east and west) sides of a house in NA receive the most solar exposure in summer.

Also, experts do not recommend wind turbine placement within 200 feet of any structure or trees, because such objects create turbulence that drastically reduces the power output of the turbine and increases wear due to frequent shifts in wind direction. The phot of the turbine between two chomneys is a great illustration of what not to do! The turbine should be at least 30 feet above the roof. Rooftop wind turbines are generally not suitable for city use, as they usually cannot perform well.
Wednesday, April 01, 2009 6:24:39 AM
Nearly all of these ideas cost a lot of money. For most people, they are impractical because of that reason.
Wednesday, April 01, 2009 8:01:35 AM

Regarding tankless water heaters. We built our home about 17 years ago & about 4 years ago replaced our electric water heater (which was in our tiny attic) with a gas water heater. We love it. Never run out of hot water, it's mounted on the rear corner of my house, out of sight. Also being outside it doesn't take up room inside the house. My electric usage per day has declined & can only tell a negligible difference in my gas bill. Smile

Wednesday, April 01, 2009 9:39:53 AM
I'm amazed when people like Jacques here says people can't afford upgrades that have a definite payback. Apparently no one has a concern when buying a new car, going on vacation, buying new clothes, going out to eat or smoking and/or drinking (or spending on anything else that depreciates or is consumed outright). But suggest some upfront cash (loans) for products that pay for themselves and all of a sudden consumers "can't" afford them. A good hot water solar system for a family of four should cost around 12-20k and show a payback in 3-7 yrs. Fed tax credit knocks off another 4-6k (no cap). Geothermal is higher upfront, longer payback BUT STILL PAYS FOR ITSELF in 5-10 years (with it's own 30%, no cap fed. tax credit as well). What's the return on investment (ROI) on a beer? Or a 34k Camry?
Saturday, April 04, 2009 11:55:08 PM
I have to agree with Jacques- the outlaying of cash is a big concern to most working families.  HVAC Guy scolds consumers who claim they can't afford it and then go and buy a 34k Camry?  Who are you talking about?  Most people are keeping old cars running or buying used cars, not eating out (as much or at all) and opening the windows because it's cheaper than running the AC!  Get with the real world- reports on cost-cutting improvements are great, but to run a piece as Improve Your Home in a Recession that require thousands of dollars up front?  We're trying to keep from losing the house altogether!  Come on!
Sunday, April 05, 2009 2:23:04 AM

Hi Guys , i like the house it looks pretty. but is it suatable to hot clamite, between 30-45 degrees?

it is so it would be great

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Friday, April 17, 2009 5:22:33 PM

you really shoudnt tell ppl a bunch of lies!

 

"Tankless water heaters will cost at least 1,000.00 for the unit without installation."

 

these tankless water heaters can be found by the dozens by many manufactures for

less than $600

 

i bought mine for $564 and installed it my self im NOT an electrician OR a plumber. i didnt pay

thousands for install or pipes or any of the other crazy things your trying to imply!

 

its ppl just like you that continually try to SCARE the public into NOT doing the right thing!

 

oh and BTW its been 7 months and its paid for itself ALREADY!

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