Traditional Water Heaters vs. Tankless: What?s Your Preference?

Posted by JD’s Plumbing Service on December 7th, 2018

With the cold season just around the corner, you would suddenly start considering your water heater to be your best friend.

And if you are about to install a new water heater, you generally have two alternatives: traditional water heaters and tankless water heaters

Though people are acquainted with the traditional tank-type water heating system, tankless ones tend to be a newer alternative.

Here are some of the aspects that you need to know about tankless water heaters:

What Do They Actually Mean?

Tankless water heaters, also known as demand-type water heaters, are the products that offer heated water instantly when you need it.

Unlike the traditional heaters, they do not heat a tank of water and hence save power.

Working of Tankless Water Heaters:

When you switch on a tankless water heater, the water enters the unit through the pipe and gets heated with the help of a gas burner or an electric unit.

Most of the tankless heaters which work on gas can easily heat about 2 to 5 gallons of water per minute.

Many of the tankless water heaters also have their own thermostat and these could be used to control the temperature too. Besides, you can also install a number of tankless water heaters and for some specific purposes such as dishwashing etc.

You can consult a reputed plumbing company to get an effortless installation of tankless water heaters at any place in your house.

Most Importantly, Should You Get It For Home?

If you already have a traditional water heater and wish to get it replaced by a tankless one, you need to examine your usage conditions and water bill etc.

According to the US Department of Energy, homes which use less than 41 gallons of hot water a day can experience a decrease of about 24 to 34 percent in the electricity bill when using tankless heaters.

Against this, homes which use about 86 gallons a day may see a decreased energy bill, ranging from 8 to 14 percent with the use of tankless water heaters.

Benefits Of Tankless Heaters:

Tankless water heaters may turn to be more efficient in comparison to traditional water heaters since:

• They have a comparatively longer lifespan
• They do not arrive with the flooding risk since you do not need a stock of water
• No special space required for installation
• You can get an instant supply of hot water; no wait time
• You can control the water temperature
• It helps you save your energy costs when you heat only the required amount of water

So if you are about to upgrade your home’s water heater, considering a tankless one could be highly beneficial. Consult a reputed plumbing installation and repair agency to get these installed or repaired in a hassle-free manner.