Every homeowner has the choice as to whether or not they elect to use a traditional tank water heater or a Tankless Water Heater system. This is a very important decision that can have lasting affects on both the health of your home and your wallet. While tank heaters have been the traditional option, there are a number of reasons why you should make the decision to go with a Tankless Water Heater today.

1. Longevity
Most tank heater systems have a life span of six to twelve years when used in a home environment. Tankless Water Heater systems, on the other hand, have a longevity of twenty years or more. This can potentially save you a substantial amount of money.

2. Safety
Tank bound water heaters must be set at an extremely high temperature in order to function properly, which results in an increased risk of home fires and potentially dangerous burns for you and your family. A tankless heater can be set at a much lower temperature and still operate efficiently. This feature makes the tankless option a much safer bet for your residence.

3. Heating Ability
If you have ever been caught off guard by a cold shower, then you know how frustrating having a tank with a limited hot water supply can be. Tank heaters have a lower hot water capacity than their tankless counterparts and often require their users to wait while hot water is replenished. Tankless heaters effectively solve this problem by producing hot water on demand for as long as is needed. For customers with large families, this is ability is definitely a huge plus.

4. Energy Costs
These days, every dollar counts. Tankless heaters can significantly reduce your home’s energy costs. Because tank heaters must store hot water, they use a large amount of energy to maintain water temperature. Tankless systems produce hot water only when needed and homeowners who go tankless can save large amounts of money on their home’s monthly energy bill.

5. Cleaner Water
Hot water tanks store heated water for long amounts of time. The standing water inside traditional tanks will often result in mineral deposits and bacteria clinging to the side of the tank. The results of this are an increased risk of tank malfunction and a lower quality of water for you residence. Because tankless heaters only store water when needed, the risk of mineral and bacterial deposits is greatly reduced.

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 Don’t let your water heater drain away your nest egg. In a typical household, the hot water heater uses more energy than any other appliance except for the heating and cooling systems, so it’s important to maximize its efficiency in order to realize the most savings.

The first step is to evaluate the appliance itself: If your water heater is a decade or more old, it might be time to replace it entirely with a newer model. Barring that, there are other actions you can take around the house to reduce your usage and your bills. Follow these tips to conserve hot water and save on your energy bills, without resorting to cold showers in the middle of winter.

What type of water heater should you buy?

Purchase a water heater certified by Energy Star, which are 14 to 55 percent more efficient than required by federal standards.Gas water heaters almost always cost less to fuel than electric models.Tankless water heaters work instantaneously rather than storing the hot water, which can save energy because stored water cools down and may have to be heated multiple times.

Also, consider :

1. Solar water heaters if you live in a sunny area and have room to install a module outside the house.
2. Look into other specialty types of high-efficiency water heaters that may be suitable for your specific needs and setup.
3. Turn down the thermostat. The Department of Energy recommends keeping the hot water temperature set to 120 degrees, although settings often go up to 140 or higher. Lower temperatures save energy and can prevent you from scalding yourself in the shower to boot.
4. If you are away from home for an extended period, lower the temperature to its lowest setting or even turn off the water heater altogether.
5. Install a timer to turn off your hot water heater at night.
6. Make sure your water heater gets regular maintenance. Drain the tank periodically according to manufacturer recommendations to clear out any sediment.
7. Insulate the tank and any exposed pipes so water doesn’t cool down on its way to your faucets and appliances. Make sure to follow instructions if you insulate the tank so you aren’t covering or blocking important instruments.
8. Take shorter showers, don’t run the hot shower full blast, and use a water-conserving shower head to reduce hot water usage.
9. Look for economy settings on your dishwasher, and wait to run it until there is a full load of dishes to wash.
10. Use cold water in your washing machine unless hot is necessary for a particular fabric.
11. Buy a new, high-efficiency dishwasher and washing machine to conserve even more hot water.
12. Find and fix any leaks in your pipes and fixtures so you don’t waste hot water drop by drop.

Call Hardenburgh Plumbing to ask about our services, talk about a plumbing problem you’re having, and/or schedule an appointment for us to come take a look at your home or business

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