Bob F wrote:
I am considering installing a power vent gas water heater as part of a
changeover from electric. I know they tend to be noisy, but am wondering about
people's experience with them for dependability and cost effectiveness. The
alternative would be non-powered direct vent, but I would have to core through a
cement wall to install it, and move a main water pipe to put it where the
origional is. Also, are different brands better than others?

Bob F




FWIW, I put in a Rheem 6 years ago and it's been troublefree.
Exhaust noise can be a problem, depending on where it is.
I put a clock timer on the heater so it won't run during
sleeping hours. That also prevents the heater running for
about 12 hours of the day which may save some tiny amount
of ebergy.

Jim