I'm looking to replace a 40 gal gas AO Smith water heater. Although we are fairly modest water users (3 showers almost never used at once) I like to take an occasional soak in our large whirpool tub. That requires that I bleed the hot water into the tub slowly, usually over 3/4 hour.
Been looking at the 50 gallon Bradford White 50 gallon High Recovery 65K BTU heater w/single anode and 2" insulation. Assuming our usage patterns stay the same, will this big burner make any difference on our gas bill, or is BTUs out equal BTUs in, regardless of burner size?
I only wish this unit came with dual anodes- I'd like to have it all- longevity, recovery, efficiency, price- what are the compromises that need to be made?.
Any and all comments, recommendations, alternative thinking would be appreciated.
i.e.- are the GE/Rheem units at Home Depot worth considering, etc.
Thanx in advance.
Been looking at the 50 gallon Bradford White 50 gallon High Recovery 65K BTU heater w/single anode and 2" insulation. Assuming our usage patterns stay the same, will this big burner make any difference on our gas bill, or is BTUs out equal BTUs in, regardless of burner size?
I only wish this unit came with dual anodes- I'd like to have it all- longevity, recovery, efficiency, price- what are the compromises that need to be made?.
Any and all comments, recommendations, alternative thinking would be appreciated.
i.e.- are the GE/Rheem units at Home Depot worth considering, etc.
Thanx in advance.