Why Choose a Tankless Water Heater?
Two of the biggest complaints about conventional water heaters are operating costs and lack of hot water. A traditional hot water tank works continuously to heat water even if there is no demand. Whether it runs on electricity or gas, the amount of energy spent on heating water throughout the day can add up significantly. Additionally, when increased demand depletes the hot water in the tank, there is usually a waiting period before hot water is available again in sufficient quantity.
Between operating costs and the times when hot water isn’t readily available, hot water tanks can be a hassle. Luckily, tankless water heaters provide hot water that is cheaper and endless.
What Is a Tankless Water Heater?

A tankless water heater is a newer appliance that heats hot water instantly with either electricity or gas. As water flows through the home’s plumbing, the tankless water heater senses the flow and fires up. The tankless water heater is powerful enough to instantly heat the water flowing through it to deliver unlimited hot water to showers, dishwashers, and laundry machines.
Gas tankless water heaters can be used with propane or natural gas, depending on availability, and are the most common types of tankless water heaters. Electric tankless units heat with powerful resistance coils. Due to their high electricity demand, electric units are usually installed for fixtures with smaller capacities.
Benefits of Tankless Water Heaters

While the upfront cost and installation of tankless water heaters are generally more expensive than conventional water tanks, tankless water heaters cost far less to operate than a water tank. Since tankless water heaters don’t continue to heat water while idle, they do not continuously waste utilities to keep hot water in stand-by. Most owners find that between energy company rebates and savings on utilities, they recoup the installation costs quickly.
Another indirect money-saving aspect of tankless water heaters is their life expectancy and reliability. Since tankless heaters have fewer moving parts, they tend to last much longer than their counterparts. Additionally, they require less maintenance, are less likely to break down, and are more energy-efficient.
Is a Tankless Water Heater Right for Your Home?

For homeowners looking to replace an outdated hot water tank, it is a good idea to consider a tankless water heater. After 7-10 years, hot water tanks are ready for replacement. If they find that their current hot water tank doesn’t handle the demand placed on it by showers, laundry, and dishwashing, homeowners can do away with all of these headaches by installing a tankless water heater.
When properly sized by a plumber, a tankless water heater will provide endless hot water at lower prices than the current water heater with fewer problems over its expected lifespan.
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