How much could I save yearly by switching to a tankless gas water heater?

AAGI asked: I have heard that tankless water heaters are more effecient, therefore cheaper on utility costs. How much would I save in a year on my gas bill? 50%? 30% 75%? Would it be worth switching? My water heater is only about two years old.Cherryl

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How much is a 5 year old electric water heater worth? How long do they typically last?

Foss asked: a woman at work has a 50 gal electric water heater for sale. They are building a new house and going with gas. My water heater runs out in about 7 mins and is about 20 years old….assume it is filled with sediment. Is it worth buying a lightly used one for $40?Terence

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Is it safe to store things around water heater?

MIU asked: I need some advise as how safe it is to store things around water heater? What is guide line for safe storage around water heater, e.g. how far away from water heater should things be stored. Thanks so much in advance.Carlene

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Why is the supply line to my hot water heater hot?

john d asked: I just bought this house and I am doing alot of small repairs when i noticed that the supply line going to the hot water heater is hot. When i turn on the tap it immediately goes cold. The hot water heater is from 1996 and is gas. If anyone has any [...]

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How much would it cost to fix the heating element in a water heater?

harrell.denise asked: Have a brand new water heater put in, and apparently we turned the power on before the tank was filled completely. How much would it cost to have it replaced in my area? Paducah KY. The water heater is a 50 gallon I believe.
Had a plumber come out a few [...]

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