Guy48065
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First post--but not new to forums or to DIY.
I have a seasonal cottage in northern Michigan. During the winter I shut down everything and drain the water lines so I can let the house go cold.
I still like to spend 2-3 weekends there during the winter so water has always been an issue and for the most part I bring in a couple water jugs for my stay. I need to replace my inadequate 20gal electric water heater anyways so I'm considering going tankless (NG) with the idea that it might be a better choice than a large tank unit (water sits stagnant in it for weeks when full & is a PITA to drain for winter).
Are my reasons valid? Will tankless last as long or longer than a tank unit when it mostly sits unused for 2-3 weeks at a time, and is empty in the winter? Efficiency & savings is not my goal--with such infrequent use my utility bills are very low and generally appliances last forever.
I have a seasonal cottage in northern Michigan. During the winter I shut down everything and drain the water lines so I can let the house go cold.
I still like to spend 2-3 weekends there during the winter so water has always been an issue and for the most part I bring in a couple water jugs for my stay. I need to replace my inadequate 20gal electric water heater anyways so I'm considering going tankless (NG) with the idea that it might be a better choice than a large tank unit (water sits stagnant in it for weeks when full & is a PITA to drain for winter).
Are my reasons valid? Will tankless last as long or longer than a tank unit when it mostly sits unused for 2-3 weeks at a time, and is empty in the winter? Efficiency & savings is not my goal--with such infrequent use my utility bills are very low and generally appliances last forever.