Tired of running out of hot water? Maybe it's time for a water heater that has a greater capacity. But how "big" should it be? Though the term "capacity" refers to a tank's size, the real capacity of a water heater is a result of two factors: storage and recovery time (how quickly it can heat a tank full of water). Conventional water heaters range in tank size from 30 to 120 gallons; the most common sizes are from
40 to 75 gallons. (Short "lowboy" models are available in smaller sizes.) It's important to match size to your family's needs. If you get a tank that's too small, you'll frequently find the water cooling down just about the time you lather up in the shower. On the other hand, if you buy one that's too large, you'll be paying more than necessary to keep the tank heated. Needs can typically be measured by the
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