Water Heaters
A traditional water heater works by storing between 30 and 100 gallons of water at any given time in a tank. It keeps this water heated at all times to be available for use when necessary. This preheated water is used for showers, laundry, dish washing, any anywhere else hot water may be desired. After emptying it refills and begins the heating process again.
The traditional water heater has a lower initial cost compared to the tankless, roughly half in fact. This means when replacement is required it will have a lower replacement and installation cost comparatively. However the water does indeed run out when the tank has been depleted. The traditional water heater occupies more space. The utility costs are higher in regards to heating the water, and the lifespan is shorter than the tankless variety. These are some of the pros and cons worth considering when choosing which water heater best suits your needs.
The traditional water heater has a lower initial cost compared to the tankless, roughly half in fact. This means when replacement is required it will have a lower replacement and installation cost comparatively. However the water does indeed run out when the tank has been depleted. The traditional water heater occupies more space. The utility costs are higher in regards to heating the water, and the lifespan is shorter than the tankless variety. These are some of the pros and cons worth considering when choosing which water heater best suits your needs.
Tankless Water Heater
A tankless water heater, otherwise known as an on-demand water heater, heats the water only as it is used. Their smaller size gives them discretion
and can even be installed inside of a closet, exterior wall, among other convenient places within a home.
Tankless water heaters can be powered by natural gas, electricity, or propane. Regardless of the power source they essentially provide an unlimited supply of hot water to the home all while saving on energy costs making them a wise choice for the long term financially. The initial investment has its costs but inevitably provides savings for your home due to the reduction in energy bill costs.
Tankless water heaters can be powered by natural gas, electricity, or propane. Regardless of the power source they essentially provide an unlimited supply of hot water to the home all while saving on energy costs making them a wise choice for the long term financially. The initial investment has its costs but inevitably provides savings for your home due to the reduction in energy bill costs.
