Why You Should Switch To A Tankless Hot Water Heater

Do you need a new water heater, but are not sure what kind of water heater to replace it with? There are several alternatives to the traditional hot water tank, including tankless, solar, and geothermal models. If a tankless water heater is one of the models you have your eye on, here are some reasons to go with that particular type of water heater.

You Plan on Living in the Home for a Long Time

One of the reasons to switch to a tankless water heater is due to the energy savings. Unfortunately, those savings will not be apparent in the first few years that you have the tank. You only see cost savings due to the lifespan of a tankless water heater being around twice as long as a traditional water tank model, and that it provides energy savings. However, it takes a while for those savings to add up to a meaningful amount due to a tankless model being more expensive.

If you plan on moving out of your home in a few years and your budget is a concern, go with a traditional hot water tank for your home to save money. However, if you don't plan on moving in the foreseeable future, a tankless model can help you save money over time. 

You Want to Be Environmentally Friendly

Sometimes the cost of getting an appliance is not the main concern, and you caring more about how environmentally friendly it is. If this is the justification behind why you want a tankless water heater, then know that you will be able to accomplish just that. Tankless water heating uses far less energy than a traditional water tank. You do not pay to heat the water to have it ready to go during all the time when you're not using it. This will cause your house to use less energy and be more environmentally friendly. 

You Run Out of Hot Water Frequently

Do you find your home often running out of hot water in the mornings? This is due to the water reserve tank holding a limited amount of water, and then people in your home using it faster than the tank can make new hot water. A tankless hot water heater will create the hot water on demand, so you will never run out of hot water when showering, doing the dishes, or running your washing machine. 

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