[plumberkc]

I can see the argument for a wall hung heater, but the same size unit with all that crap inside..NOT... as compared to a standard electric or gas unit at a fraction of the cost im sure... well you have enough scrap metal in that for a good lunch and then some...

Hybrid electric tanks definitely have problems but I would still take that over a wall hung electric.

It's tempting to consider them for some situations. The energy cost for an electric water heater is $555 per year, compared to $192 on an AO Hybrid. If the tank lasted, you could save $5,000 over the life of the tank.


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[plumberkc]

I've installed quite a few american hybrid electrics. My customers love them so far. Between national grid and the tax rebate they get almost a 1000.00 back right off the top. The warranty is for 10 years. Between the rebates, energy savings, and the dehumidification there pretty much selling themselves.

What region are you in? From my understanding they work better in warmer climates.

 

[plumberkc]

with the unit installed inside, I dont think it would make a difference what climate. as long as the basement isnt freezing..

I was told that they pull heat from the air. So if you live in a cold climate your furnace may have to work a little harder.

 

[plumberkc]

In my area, most houses with basements are part finished with heat, real estate is so expensive, people use every inch of their houses for living space, its not the cold unheated farm house basement...LOL

If your furnace is running more to maintain the basement temperature then you're not saving as much.


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