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ENG2242
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Apr 26, 2020

Propane of Electric to heat H2O whilst Full-Time

I live full-time in my 5th wheel. With that in mind, do you guys use propane or electric to heat your water.
Suggestions and why please.
Thanks guys,
David

14 Replies

  • Hi,

    Here is a cost comparative calculator:

    http://www.maxmcarter.com/fuels/fuelscalc.html

    I turn mine on electric in the morning. By breakfast time there is enough warm water to do the dishes. After 90 minutes I shut it down. That provide enough warm water for dishes for the rest of the day, and hand washing.
  • Because I don't like the idea of burning up my propane 24/7, I only turn my water heater on when I'm about to use it. I would likely let it run if I was on electric.
  • We do not have the option, propane only.
    If I had the option, I would use 120 volt option if I were not paying for power.
  • Electric when plugged in (rare) and propane otherwise. Propane seems faster and it’s cheaper than paying for an electric site.

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