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What's the best electric Water Heater for a seasonal cottage?
I'm looking to replace an old electric water heater from the 70s at the cottage a few hours north of Toronto. There are usually 4-5 of us there on weekends. We're hoping it to be 40 gallons and inexpensive but resilient. We drain and turn off ...
- Stacy22
- May 11th, 2023 5:55 pm
- Forum: Home & Garden
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May 11th, 2023 5:55 pm
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Enercare water heater craped out!
Hey guys, My enercare water heater crapped out recently and they have told me that I can exit the contract without penalty cause if I wanted a replacement, I would need to enter in a new contract. I was wondering if you guys could suggest ...
- lildevilx
- Apr 20th, 2023 5:50 pm
- Forum: Request-A-Deal
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Apr 20th, 2023 5:50 pm
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[Home Depot] Rheem water heater Magnesium Anode Rod 53" @ $33.98 CAD back in Stock !
Just about every long water heater anode had been out of stock everywhere, except for plumbing shops that charge and arm and leg for these things. Received a notice today from HomeDepot.ca that the 53 inch rod is back in stock for $33.98 ...
- naimc
- Mar 21st, 2023 7:42 pm
- Forum: Expired Hot Deals
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Mar 21st, 2023 7:42 pm
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Another water heater post
I know this is a common question, and I know there is a mega thread. However, I think each situation is unique, and I'm simply looking for advice before I proceed. Here's the situation. Reliance rental, 10 years old. Current bill is approx 25 a month. Buyout is 500 counting tax. I get the math. In 2...
- CanadianGuy42
- Mar 8th, 2023 11:40 am
- Forum: Home & Garden
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Mar 8th, 2023 11:40 am
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Forced into water heater rental contract with shady company - any way out?
... of firming a purchase agreement for a new house, and I noticed the builder has "partnered with", aka bribed by, an absolutely terrible water heater rental company "Cricket Comfort" (1/5 stars on Google, 100+ reviews). Not sure why as the bribe would've been less than pocket ...
- Heartcloud
- Feb 23rd, 2023 9:34 pm
- Forum: Home & Garden
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Feb 23rd, 2023 9:34 pm
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Cost to install heat pump water heater
A contractor just quoted me $3800 + tax to install a heat pump (aka hybrid) water heater. He visited my home and say the utility room is big enough for a heat pump water heater to work well. There will also be some duct work to vent the cold exhaust outside of ...
- mikehd
- Feb 9th, 2023 4:38 pm
- Forum: Home & Garden
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Feb 9th, 2023 4:38 pm
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[Canadian Tire] Hot water heater: Moffat 3000 Watt / 240 V 182-L Top-Entry Electric Water Heater $549.99 discount of $150
If you are looking for a conventional electrically operated hot water heater this is the best price I have seen in the last year. Our insurance company wanted us to replace our 12 year old tank to continue insurance coverage against leakage. They were reasonable ...
- darcyh
- Jan 29th, 2023 1:37 am
- Forum: Expired Hot Deals
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Jan 29th, 2023 1:37 am
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Anti-Scald Valve -- Install at Water Heater OR at Shower??
... unit could clog / fail blocking water or significantly reducing pressure requiring a professional to service it? 3. Would installing one at the water heater be just as effective as installing at each of the 3 showers within the home? 4. Any idea on the cost for a plumber to supply and install? ...
- rosario99
- Jan 17th, 2023 12:07 pm
- Forum: Home & Garden
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Jan 17th, 2023 12:07 pm
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Water heater rental question (Toronto)
... after cancelling a contract... but if I buy out a heater, do I get to keep it? Is it "mine"? I don't really have a way to return a water heater so I'm hoping not. And on a related note, do people have any recommendations for providers in Toronto that could install a new water heater ...
- firehawk12
- Dec 23rd, 2022 8:51 am
- Forum: Home & Garden
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Dec 23rd, 2022 8:51 am
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WWYD: Propane or Electric Furnace/Tankless Water Heater
One of my rural properties requires a new furnace/water heater. Natural gas isn’t an option unfortunately. With the price of propane and the greater install cost of propane I was leaning toward electric furnace/tankless water heater. Furthermore propane ...
- TheSandman1
- Nov 7th, 2022 3:19 am
- Forum: Home & Garden
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Nov 7th, 2022 3:19 am
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Is the Green Planet water heater rental company a legit company or scammers?
Is the Green Planet (or whatever name they go by now) water heater rental company a legit company or scammers?I ask because their web-site says they are "temporarily closed".Does anyone here use this company to rent your hot water tank from? Thanks.
- Huck50
- Jul 19th, 2022 3:28 pm
- Forum: Home & Garden
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Jul 19th, 2022 3:28 pm
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Heat pump water heater
... rental hot water tank and were thinking of going tankless. Given rate of price increases of natural gas prices now, I am thinking if Heat pump water heater is a good option? We are going through greener homes grant, so there is little rebate for it but wanted to know if anyone else has it and ...
- scorown
- Jun 18th, 2022 11:34 pm
- Forum: Home & Garden
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Jun 18th, 2022 11:34 pm
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Water heater 7 years old severe corrosion on inlet pipe
We have a GSW 60 gallon natural gas water heater. Ex-rental, we bought it out at the first opportunity when it was three years old. We're now a couple years past our break-even point. The water inlet connection has severe corrosion. It looks ...
- da_123
- Jun 13th, 2022 9:36 am
- Forum: Home & Garden
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Jun 13th, 2022 9:36 am
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Enercare Water Heater Buyout - what to do with the old one?
To make a long story short: - bought a house in 2019, had to take over the rental water heater. - decided to get rid of it now, as I am doing renovations - it's a 50 gallon tank heater from 2013, payout was a ridiculous $716. So, my question is now: is there a market ...
- Fabs82
- May 17th, 2022 8:09 pm
- Forum: Home & Garden
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May 17th, 2022 8:09 pm
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Please share your Enercare water heater buyout experience
Looking to do the same on my 10 year old rental and wondering how difficult it was for people get it done. What number did everyone call and what kind of information did you have to provide to them to get the process rolling and complete? Had a bad experience with dealing with their service reps lon...
- Piranhaguy
- May 6th, 2022 8:40 am
- Forum: Home & Garden
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May 6th, 2022 8:40 am
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PSA - Check your Enbridge Bills.... random Enercare charges inbound
Enercare charges appearing on Enbridge bills out of nowhere - never had Enercare services and not even the service they claim to be providing. Looks like Enbridge indicates they aren't even supposed to bill for third parties unless you indicated it as an option ! Keep an eye on your bills people, En...
- Chickennbeans
- Apr 25th, 2022 6:19 pm
- Forum: Home & Garden
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Apr 25th, 2022 6:19 pm
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Convert Atmospheric to Direct Vent Water Heater
Our old gas water heater vents through the roof and don't like the idea of burning inside air. Interested in converting the venting to direct (using outside air for combustion). Seems straight forward conversion (add duct to outside ...
- gwn
- Apr 25th, 2022 12:32 pm
- Forum: Home & Garden
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Apr 25th, 2022 12:32 pm
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[GTA] Plumber Required For Anode Rod Replacement In Water Heater
I have a GSW G840S31N-AV-400 water heater that is approximately 7 years old and I need to get the anode rod replaced, seeing as I never replaced it before. Anyone have a plumber to recommend?Also can I use a Rheem anode rod on a GSW water heater? It doesn't say it's compatible.
- geokilla
- Apr 21st, 2022 11:11 pm
- Forum: Home & Garden
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Apr 21st, 2022 11:11 pm
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[Enercare] Enercare 3 Months Free Credit on Water Heater Rental YMMV
Called in asking cost to buyout water heater rental. Before she even gave me the buyout amount, she told me I qualified for 3 month credit if I choose not to buyout. For the record, I had no intention to buy it out. Yes, I think water heater ...
- sik20fan
- Apr 21st, 2022 11:26 am
- Forum: Home & Garden
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Apr 21st, 2022 11:26 am
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Replacing electric water heater DIY?
I want to swap out my electric water heater, straight replacement with a slight relocation. Does it have to be copper pipe directly from the water heater or is pex acceptable? From what I read many people say it must be copper, but from ...
- slowtyper
- Mar 13th, 2022 4:36 pm
- Forum: Home & Garden
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Mar 13th, 2022 4:36 pm