Hi -
I am on Long Island, NY. I am converting my house from oil heat to gas heat and I am hearing different things from the different companies I am quoting regarding whether I should do a combination boiler/hot water tankless unit or a traditional boiler + water heater.
My house is about 3000 square feet. We have four full bathrooms, but right now it's just my wife, myself, and our 18 month old.
I understand there are three options:
Direct water heater + boiler
Indirect water heater + boiler
Combination tankless unit
One plumber is suggesting the indirect option and says the tankless are much more difficult to service, require annual maintenance, and availability of parts can sometimes be an issue. The other plumber is suggesting that the combination tankless unit is the way to go and sells the "infinite water" pitch to me.
I understand a tankless is a little worse at simultaneous hot water (two showers at once, or dishwasher and shower at the same time, etc.)
What setup do you guys recommend?
I am on Long Island, NY. I am converting my house from oil heat to gas heat and I am hearing different things from the different companies I am quoting regarding whether I should do a combination boiler/hot water tankless unit or a traditional boiler + water heater.
My house is about 3000 square feet. We have four full bathrooms, but right now it's just my wife, myself, and our 18 month old.
I understand there are three options:
Direct water heater + boiler
Indirect water heater + boiler
Combination tankless unit
One plumber is suggesting the indirect option and says the tankless are much more difficult to service, require annual maintenance, and availability of parts can sometimes be an issue. The other plumber is suggesting that the combination tankless unit is the way to go and sells the "infinite water" pitch to me.
I understand a tankless is a little worse at simultaneous hot water (two showers at once, or dishwasher and shower at the same time, etc.)
What setup do you guys recommend?