Tankless Water Heaters - Energy Efficient Way to Heat Water
Traditionally people use storage water heaters that heat stored water in their homes in order to get hot water, and while it ensures that you will get hot water, it is energy inefficient and becomes very costly. The standby energy loss is huge as you don’t need hot water throughout the entire day. Tankless water heaters solve this energy inefficiency by providing hot water as it is needed. Tankless water heaters warm water without storing it anywhere by heating water that travels through a pipe via an electric element powered by energy such as gas, electricity, etc. The energy loss is significantly less and consequently is very energy efficient. Studies show that tankless water heaters conserve more than 40 percent of energy in comparison to traditional water heaters.
Types of Tankless Water Heaters
Point of Use Tankless Water Heaters – You can install a tankless water heater for a single point of use, like for a bathroom sink, kitchen sink, RV, boat or cabin. These units are smaller and need to be installed for each point of use application.
Whole House Tankless Water Heaters – Whole house tankless water heaters are ideal for more than one application or homes that need a large on demand hot water supply. These units are larger so consumer needs to make sure they have space for the unit.
Tankless water heaters also come in two options based on the fuel type. Gas tankless water heaters are available in propane or natural gas while electric tankless water heaters can also be powered by electricity generated renewable sources like wind, solar power, and water to be even more eco-friendly. It is important to determine the requirements of each fuel type before opting for a specific tankless water heater.
Maintenance, Features and Requirements
A tankless water heater will require regular maintenance for better functioning and efficiency and can last up to 10-15 years longer than conventional storage water heaters. It is also imperative to ensure that the heater has all safety features installed. Tankless water heaters require a minimum water flow rate to function otherwise it might not work, so check with your plumber on the flow rate before choosing the heater for your home
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