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submitted 6 days ago* (last edited 6 days ago) by DistressedDad@lemmy.ca to c/adulting@lemmy.world
 

How many gallons / litres is your home water heater?

We live in a suburban 4 bedroom detached home. I find that after my wife and kid shower, I’m stuck showering in cold water.

Are they using too much water or is my water heater just not big enough?

Edit: not my photo. We currently have a 50gal tank.

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[–] Kit@lemmy.blahaj.zone 3 points 6 days ago (1 children)

Not sure of the size exactly, but my 8-unit condo building shares a single water heater that looks like the picture you posted. When I shower it takes 10+ minutes to even get lukewarm, then I only have 5 minutes of water pressure before it turns to a dribble.

In your case, and tankless water heater might be a great route. Instant, unlimited hot water.

[–] DistressedDad@lemmy.ca 4 points 6 days ago

LOL that's me after my wife and kid shower. Luke warm dribble and I'm a bald guy so I don't have to fuss with washing hair and stuff. My showers are quick.