CactusPatch wrote:
Hi,
I am doing an extensive remodel. The main shower is at least 60 feet
from the 40 gal.(electric) water heater. I would like to have hot
water available without waiting or using up too much water. I could
install a 30 gal heater near the bathroom and replumb the two
lavatories and shower. I also thought about using a point of use
(elec) type heater to boost the water temp until the water from the
tank caught up. Has anyone used one of these?
I have considered the AutoCirc pump that recirculates the hot water
into the cold water line. I don't know if I like putting the water
from the HW tank into the cold water line. Our water has a lot of
minerals in it. Has anyone used this? It claims to save money but I
do not see how it would save electricity. I figured it would save
about $2.50 per month in water.
I am reluctant to install another water heater since this might also
cost quite a lot more per year in Electricity. (Gas is not available).
Any suggestions?
Thanks.

How about using a dedicated 3/8" line to just the shower from near the
existing water heater. It will not take all that long to get hot water that
way.

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