But the primary purpose for using a database is to find out what has been published and is out there in the world. Some types of literature, such as bulletins, newsletters, reports, and some journals that are not indexed in the databases Willamette has. Read the database descriptions to learn about their strengths.
Consumer Reports tested Takagi and Noritz gas-fired water heaters that ranged from $800 to $1,150. Consumer Reports tested Takagi and Noritz gas-fired water heaters that ranged from $800 to $1,150. Lowe's listed several gas-heated models of Bosch tankless water heaters that ranged from $432 up to $1,489. Lowe's also listed electric tankless water heaters that ranged from $236 to $699, though their heating capacities were significantly lower than those of the natural gas models.
At publication time, residential models of tankless heaters can provide 5 gallons of hot water per minute, heated to 90 degrees. This will not be enough hot water for a family that needs hot water for showers, laundry and a dishwasher -- especially if more than one item is run at the same time. 1  Consumer Energy Center: Water Heaters. 2  Consumer Reports: Water Heater Buying Guide.  Consumer Reports: Tankless Water Heaters.