I was trying to replace all of my plumbing to pex tubing with a viega manifold. I wanted to replace the pipes in/out to the water heater because they were only 1/2" and one of the reasons for doing a manifold setup was to increase hot water flow. So i removed the screw on fitting the found the pipe is rotted away. i tried to remove the pipe from the water heater but it is seized on there. So now I need a water heater but I am not sure what would be best for me and my family. We will be replacing a bradford white 50 gallon gas water heater. I have 3 bathrooms and an in-law suite (so 2 kitchens also) and I want to make sure I get something that meets the demands of our family. I am able to get the same heater but with a 40 gallon capacity for free brand new but I don't know if it will handle what we need. My wife, 3 kids, myself and soon to be my mother in-law in the suite so I want to do the right thing. Will a 40 gallon heater do the job or should I stay with the 50 or even go bigger? any brands recommended or ones to stay away from? sorry for the long rant.
Thanks,
Chuck
Thanks,
Chuck
