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Discover Why a Tankless Water Heater May Be the Solution You Need

May 20, 2019

Discover Why a Tankless Water Heater May Be the Solution You Need

Do you want to save money on your utility bill? Do you want to use less water? If you answered yes to both questions then a tankless water heater may be the right choice for your home. Of course, it is not perfect for all situations. Read on to learn more about these water heaters and then contact 1st Choice Plumbing, Flood & Restoration at 866-437-0205 if you would like to begin the process of having one installed.

A Tankless Water Heater Can Have a Big Impact on the Cost of Your Utilities

Think about this: The average water heater uses around 17% of a home’s entire electrical usage. This is more than if you combined the electrical usage of all other household appliances. When you look at this way, you can see that getting an on-demand water heater that only heats up water when it is needed could make a big difference in the total cost of your utilities.

How Tankless Water Heaters Work

When you turn on a tap or faucet for hot water, water goes into the unit via pipe. The water is heated with either a gas or electric burner. A gas heater can heat as much as five gallons of water every minute. If you have multiple bathrooms and need a higher capacity, then you may have several tankless water heaters installed.

Benefits of a Tankless Water System

Determining whether or not a tankless water heater system is best for your home requires careful consideration of the benefits and disadvantages. First, let us look at the benefits. A tankless system has a longer lifespan than a traditional water heater. In fact, a tankless water heater can last up to twice as long as a traditional model.

The fact that there is no large storage tank full of many gallons of water also means that you do not have to worry about flooding from your water heater. The space it takes up is also much smaller, so you can use that space for storage or any other purpose. You get instant hot water from the on-demand water heater. You can also keep water at a consistently temperature and you can save water by only heating water that is going to be used.

The Disadvantages of a Tankless Water System

First and foremost, a tankless water system is more expensive than a traditional option. Second, the amount of water it can create is less than what can be stored in a tank. That said, your plumber can assess your hot water needs and recommend a larger tankless system or perhaps several units.

If you need advice from a company you can trust, then it is time to contact 1st Choice Plumbing, Flood & Restoration at 866-437-0205. We will give you an honest assessment so you can make the right decision for your home.