Why Get a Tankless Water Heater
Hot water has been a necessity for comfort and public health for centuries. Because of its importance, it would make sense that the technology for creating it has come a long way, but that is an incorrect assumption.
Once metallurgical technology perfected steel tanks, the development of water heating technology virtually stalled out. Sure, there were minor improvements in efficiency and insulation, but the principles stayed the same.
With 2024 here, maybe it’s time to rethink how water is heated. The truth is, there are newer and better ways to heat water that are far superior to the classic hot water tank. Here is a quick article explaining the benefits of tankless water heater installation so homeowners can start planning for an upgrade.
Improved Energy Efficiency
A home’s energy budget can be broken down into three categories. The first energy hog is always the climate control equipment. The second portion of energy bills is lighting and appliances. The third section is the hot water heater.
For homes still using water tanks, up to 20% of the bills could be from the water heater alone.
A tankless water heater only heats water on demand. The rest of the time, it sits idle and uses no energy.
Allowing the tankless water heater to sit idle while a conventional water tank would need to keep heating the water as it cools can drastically lower energy consumption, saving money on monthly bills and reducing carbon output.
Endless Hot Water and a Smaller Footprint
Over the years, the demand for hot water has grown. More appliances require hot water, and people enjoy their bathing rituals. Both of these have led to an increase in the average water heater size in a home. In most homes, the space for the water heater is maxed out.
How can a homeowner gain more water heater capacity if the tank won’t fit? Tankless water heaters take up far less space than a water tank. This opens up an area for more storage in homes that are crowded.
In addition to saving space and money on bills, tankless water heaters also tout the benefit of endless hot water. Since there is no storage tank, a tankless water heater will continue producing hot water until there is no demand.
Gone are the days of everyone racing to avoid being the last person in line for the shower. Installing a new tankless water heater can easily solve this serious problem.
Increased Lifespan
Since tankless water heaters use less energy, they end up doing less work than a water tank. A tankless water heater’s easy work days add length to their lives that can end up paying dividends in the long run.
A water tank, on average, will last around ten years, even with good maintenance. A tankless water heater will easily last twice as long, more than making up for the increased cost upon installation.
Make 2024 the year to reduce carbon output and save money. Why not enjoy longer showers, too?! Look into tankless water heater installation and start enjoying the benefits now.
About Walker Plumbing, Heating & Air
Walker Plumbing, Heating & Air handles tankless water heater maintenance and installation. They always recommend and install the latest technology. Call today for a quick plumbing service in St. George, UT.
