On 6/14/18 1:38 PM, Mark Lloyd wrote:
On 06/14/2018 07:58 AM, trader_4 wrote:

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Big factor for me is with a tank you have hot water during power outages
that lasts at least a day, if you use it reasonably. You could even
take a couple of very quick showers if necessary. And with natural gas
and a basic tank type with a pilot light, you have unlimited hot water.

That (having hot water during a power outage) is important for me too.
Also, power outages often happen on the coldest days.

just curious, when the power goes out, short of a hurricane, how long
does that last and if it lasts days, does the ability to pump water
still exist?