The other downside of propane tankless water heaters is the initial investment cost. Tankless water heaters tend to cost more than conventional water heaters and are more expensive to install.

Next step up: A 40-gallon propane water heater. This type has a quick recovery, and can easily handle your shower needs. Get a model with a “vacation”setting on the tank thermostat.

Using natural gas, electricity, fuel oil, or propane, these tanks continuously heat water to keep a full store at the ready. ... (gas) for the two 50-gallon Rheem tank water heaters we tested, ...

Most notably, a 40-gallon propane storage tank water heater can deliver the same amount of hot water as a 50-gallon electric model. Propane storage tanks’ efficiency and smaller size can free up ...

Several different brands of water heaters, sold primarily in California, are being recalled because of a potential fire hazard. Roughly 616,000 residential 30, 40 and 50-gallon natural or propane ...

By Gregg Walker. Upgrading to tankless water heaters has become a popular choice among homeowners in recent years—for a variety of reasons. Whether efficiency, performance, or environmental impact is ...

Consumers that have purchased the affected water heaters can receive a free repair from the company to alleviate the issue. The recall affects 30, 40, and 50-gallon natural gas or propane gas ...