Water Heater Sizes and Types

1/14/2022 (Permalink)

What kind of water heater do I need?

The installation of your home’s water heater is an important decision. There are many factors to consider:

• Tanked vs. tankless water heater
• The right water heater for your household size
• Best location for your heater (installation)
• Gas or Electric
• How big of a water heater do I need

If you decided on a tank water heater, you may ask yourself, how big of a water heater do I need? Determining factors will be the size of your family and the utilities available in your home. Use this simple guide to determine your water heater size needs:

• For 1 to 2 people: 30-40 gallons.
• For 2 to 3 people: 40-50 gallons.
• For 3 to 4 people: 50-60 gallons.
• For 5+ people: 60-80 gallons.

Source: Zine Trip Online