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I have gas boiler heat in my house. I currently have an 80 gal, electric hot water tank and want to convert to a tankless, gas hot water heater. Do you install them? I need an estimate.
Mark B
Would like to get a price for a new tankless water heater install at the address shown. This install will require running a new gas line. Gas service is available at the residence.
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Portland, Oregon
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Gas Water Heaters
Gas water heaters are the most commonly used water heater models. They heat water twice as fast as electric water heaters do, but the cost of operation is less than half that of an electric model. However, you also have to add in the cost of installing a gas line to your home if you don't already have one. Gas water heaters can be fueled by either natural gas or propane. Gas can also fuel storage type as well as tankless water heaters.
In recent years, the federal government has also introduced tougher energy standards which have increased the energy efficiency of gas water heaters by up to 10%. This makes these models now even more desirable to home owners who are looking for a way to cut their energy bills. The cost of purchasing and installing a gas water heater is much higher than that of an electric water heater. Typically, an electric model can cost between $500 to $700, while a gas water heater can cost $1000 or more. The cost of installation is also higher because it involves complex venting and combustion specifications.