In the average American home, the hot water heater is the second-highest user of energy. Whether you’re looking for a way to reduce your carbon footprint or simply an upgrade that will shave some money off of your utility bills, a tankless water heater might be the perfect solution.
A standard tank-style water heater expends a lot of energy maintaining a store of hot water, even when you’re not using it. When you are using your hot water, however, the supply is finite. For large families, even managing to get more than one shower in during the morning rush before the water turns icy after the store is depleted can be a challenge. With a tankless water heater, water is heated only when you need it and doesn’t run out. A fifty-gallon electric water heater can require up to a full hour to completely recover it’s supply of hot water, but your tankless system gives you almost unlimited access. You never have to time your showers and baths against the use of washing machines and dishwashers again!
Most tankless water heaters also have ten to fifteen year warranties, and can last up to two decades before they require replacement. Traditional units usually come with a six-year warranty, and generally last about half as long as their tankless brethren. Water is heated only when you need it, which can cut up to 30% of your energy costs. Tankless water heaters are also ideal solutions for relatively small spaces, as they’re wall-mounted and don’t require the same amount of dedicated space as large, clunky tank models. The water that comes from your tankless heater may also be cleaner, as rust and limescale can build up inside tank models.
Contact a licensed plumber in your area today to discuss the benefits and features of installing a tankless water heater in your home.
