Did you know that water heating is the second largest utility expense in your home? If you’re looking for a way to cut down on your energy bill, look into a more energy efficient way to heat water, like a tankless water heater. Read on to see if a tankless water heater is a good option for you.
How It Works
As the name suggests, energy efficient tankless water heaters don’t use a storage tank, which means that it does not begin heating the water until someone turns on the hot water tap. It heats up much more quickly than a water heater with a storage tank, and you don’t have to wait for the storage tank to fill up with hot water before you feel it at the tap.
Installation and Maintenance
Before you have a tankless water heater installed, you’ll want to look into the size, fuel type, energy efficiency, and cost. You’ll also want to make sure that it’s installed properly. Whoever installs it must also take into account fuel type, climate, local building code requirements, and safety issues. With all of those things to think about, you should definitely have a professional install it for you to ensure that you don’t overlook something.
Once it’s installed, keep up on the maintenance to keep your water heater running smoothly and to minimize the loss of energy efficiency. Read your owner’s manual for specific instructions on what maintenance is required, and ask the contractor who installed it for you if they offer regular maintenance services.
Energy Efficiency
The average household uses about 64 gallons of water a day which consequently takes up a large part of the utility bill. A tankless water heater can save you up to 30 percent more on energy than your original storage tank water heater. That adds up quickly.
Pros and Cons
The initial cost of installation is high. However, the Energy Star rating should be enough to convince you that it’s worth it. You will save every month on your gas bill, which means it will pay for itself in the long run.
Remember that tankless water heaters heat the water much faster than storage tank waters, and they last longer so you won’t run out of hot water. There is also no risk of your storage tank leaking or bursting because there is no tank.
It’s true that you may have to install more than one heater to keep up with all your water heating needs if you have a large household. However, it is still considered a cost-effective choice in the long run, and you won’t regret it when no one runs out of hot water.
Whether you are building a new home or remodeling an old one, a tankless water heater is a great path to better living, and Electric Drain and Sewer Rooter can get you there. Give us a call to ask about our tankless water heater installation and maintenance services.
