Reasons To Invest In A Tankless Hot Water Heater

If you've been looking for a new water heater before your current one reaches the end of its usable life, you might be thinking about investing in a tankless system instead. This can be a great investment for most households, but a lack of understanding when it comes to tankless water heater benefits can lead many homeowners to dismiss the option. Here's a look at a few things you should know to help you understand why a tankless water heater system is worth the investment.

Less Space Consumption

If you currently have a traditional water heater, you know how large the tank can be. Add to that the pad that these tanks are usually installed on and all of the extra pipes that must run to the tank and you have lost a lot of space.

Tankless water heaters, on the other hand, are much smaller units. They connect directly into your existing plumbing without the large, standing tanks that you use for traditional water heating. This is an important consideration when you feel like you are losing important storage space in your home.

More Cost-Effective

Traditional hot water heaters fill the tank and heat the water that's stored in that tank. When the water is not used, the tank runs periodically to keep that water at temperature so that it is hot and ready when you do need it. This can lead to increased energy bills due to the repeated reheating.

With a tankless hot water system, the water is heated as necessary instead of being stored and maintained. That eliminates the energy demand that's involved with repeated reheating. Your hot water system will only run when you actually need it.

No Running Out Of Hot Water

Especially in a busy household, you may find that you run out of hot water when you need it most. Whether it's back-to-back showers, a lot of laundry, or dishes and showers at the same time, traditional hot water heaters can only produce what's in the tank at any given time. When the tank runs out, it has to refill and reheat the water, leading to delays.

Tankless hot water heaters eliminate the risk of running out of hot water. Your system will heat water as you need it, so you don't have to worry about the tank running out. However, it's important to choose a model that can keep up with your household's typical simultaneous demand. If you often shower, do laundry, and run the dishwasher, make sure your tankless water heater can support that flow.

 


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