We’ve all been there before…
you’re taking a nice warm shower in the morning, then, out of nowhere the temperature drops in an instant and you’re left shivering in the cold. It turns out someone decided to run the dishwasher or take a shower in another room.
This happens because your water heater can only heat what it has stored in the tank. As the demand for hot water in the home increases, the hot water in the tank begins to deplete at an accelerated speed.
This is simply a problem we are all forced to live with. Well… not exactly.
Unlike conventional water heaters that only heat the water available inside the tank, tankless water heaters provide an endless supply of warm water. This means a properly sized tankless water heater will allow to wash your clothes, rinse your dishes and shower all at the same time without interruption! Tankless heaters never run out of warm water because they heat water instantaneously on an as-needed basis.
Because they are designed to only heat water when you need it, tankless water heaters can reduce energy consumption by as much as 40%. When you factor in that 20-25% of a typical energy bill goes towards heating water you’ll realize you have some serious savings on your hands. And there’s even a tax credit tankless users can take capitalize on.
Aesthetically the tankless units are smaller and take up less space. Some models can even be wall mounted. They also last longer (over 20 years) and are far more durable compared to a traditional tank.
While cutting-edge tankless water heaters continue to grow in use, traditional water heaters are still the most popular solution. Most homeowners are comfortable with them and in many cases installing a quality gas or electric tank is the preferred route. If you’re inserted in learning more about the advantages of standard water heater installation I recommend visiting our friends over at Sameday Water Heaters.
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