Is a Tankless Water Heater Right for Your Home?

April 8th, 2019 Posted in Tankless Hot Water
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Is time ticking away on your old water heater? Most tank water heaters last about 10-15 years, sometimes more with excellent maintenance. However, before you replace your old tank with a new tank, it may be time to consider the benefits of a tankless water heater. While tankless models are not right for everyone, they can be a great way to save energy and offer on-demand hot water when you need it. To determine whether a tankless water heater is right for your home, consider these factors.

Lower Energy Bills

Tankless water heaters only heat water when you need it, unlike tank models that keep a hot water supply available 24/7. This can be a significant savings on your energy bills, lowering your water heating costs up to hundreds of dollars per year.

On-Demand Hot Water

When a tank model runs out of hot water, it must refill and reheat water before any more is available for use. With tankless models, the hot water never runs out as it is heated as you go. However, excessive hot water use from a few different sources in your home at one time can impact the stream of hot water available.

Less Space Needed

Tankless water heaters are excellent for smaller homes with limited space. There is no large tank to store and the unit can be installed on a wall, giving you more room.

Not sure if a tankless water heater will meet your needs? Talk to your local plumber about the pros and cons of going tankless for your next water heater. There are different sizes and outputs available to ensure you get the convenience you desire while saving money on your energy bills.

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Seagraves Plumbing Sewer & Septic
4980 Plant Atkinson Rd SE
Smyrna, GA 30080
(494) 792-2221

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Top 3 Pros and Cons of a Tankless Water Heater

September 4th, 2018 Posted in Tankless Hot Water
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Tank water heaters have been the traditional source for hot water in most homes for decades. Whether they use gas or electricity, they offer a supply of water that is already heated and ready for use, with average-sized tanks holding 40-50 gallons of water. However, tankless water heaters are becoming more popular due to their on-demand design, energy efficiency and small space needs. Here are the top 3 pros and cons of tankless water heaters for residential use.

Pros of Tankless Water Heaters

  1. Lower energy costs. Tankless water heaters only heat the water on-demand, saving money off energy costs. Unlike tank water heaters that keep water hot 24/7, the tankless water heaters heat water as needed.
  2. Smaller unit. Since there is not a tank, these water heaters are much smaller in size. They can be hung on a wall or even put on the outside wall of a home.
  3. Less risk of water damage. If a water heater tank springs a leak, it can cause extensive water damage in a home. No tank means no risk of a tank leak.

Cons of Tankless Water Heaters

  1. Higher initial cost. Tankless water heaters tend to be higher in initial cost than their tank counterparts, but make up the difference in long-term energy savings.
  2. Slower hot water. Tank water heaters have many gallons of hot water ready to go, while tankless must heat water as needed. This can make it slower to get hot water, but the hot water will not run out like with a tank.
  3. Not well-suited for larger homes. If there are several rooms using hot water at one time in a home, a tankless water heater may have trouble keeping up with the demand. Most tankless water heaters can heat about 3.5 gallons per minute.

If you are looking for a more energy efficient hot water source that will never run out of hot water, tankless may be the way to go for your home. Talk to your local plumber about the options available in tankless water heaters.

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Seagraves Plumbing Sewer & Septic
4980 Plant Atkinson Rd SE
Smyrna, GA 30080
(494) 792-2221

 

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Tankless Water Heaters: Are They a Better Option for Your Family?

January 8th, 2017 Posted in Water Heaters
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If your water heater is several years old, you may be considering investigating replacement. Most tank models can last at least ten years, sometimes longer if they are maintained. However, they can also be costing you more in utilities if they are more than a decade old. You may have heard of the advantages of tankless water heaters, but is this option the best one for your family? While most homes can benefit from switching to a tankless version, here are some factors to keep in mind.

Initial Cost

In many cases, tankless water heaters are more expensive than their bulky predecessors. However, they can significantly reduce your energy bills. Water is only heated when it is needed, cutting the cost of heating water by half or more. If you plan on moving soon, you may not make up the cost difference, so you may want to consider going with a cheaper, tank model.

Space

One of the biggest benefits besides energy reduction is saving space. Tankless models are much smaller and can even be located outdoors in some areas of the country.

Consistent Hot Water

While tankless water heaters offer the benefit of never running out of hot water, if you have a large family, there still could be issues. Running hot water in several places at the same time can be difficult; you won’t run out of hot water but it still needs to heat the water to go to multiple places.

All in all, tankless water heaters are often a better investment for those looking to buy a new model. Talk to your local plumber to determine if it is the right choice for your family or home.

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Bynum & Sons Plumbing, Inc.
2120 McDaniels Bridge Rd SW
Lilburn, GA 30047
(770) 736-8283

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