Sweaty summer months might mean more showers in your household! Check out the benefits of a tankless water heater, especially during the high-demand summer season!
Tankless water heaters, also known as demand water heaters, generate hot water on an as-needed basis without a storage tank like a traditional water heater.
They work by heating cold water through a heat exchanger in the unit, delivering hot water when a faucet is turned on.
Because tankless water heaters heat water only when needed, less energy is wasted on continuously heating water. That means they produce fewer greenhouse gas emissions than traditional tank systems.
Tankless water heaters can be installed to serve the entire home or as point-of-use units near specific faucets, delivering instant hot water where you use it most often.
Unlike traditional water heaters that can develop sediment buildup in the tank, tankless water heaters generally require less maintenance.
Traditional water heater storage tanks can hold anywhere from 50 to 80 gallons of water, which can do a lot of damage if the tank ruptures. Tankless systems eliminate the risk of flooding because they don’t store water.
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, for homes that use less than 41 gallons of hot water daily, demand water heaters can be up to 34% more energy-efficient than conventional systems. That translates to cost savings on your energy bill.
Traditional water heaters typically last about 15 years, but tankless water systems have a lifespan of about 20 years. That’s because the system easily replaceable parts that can expand their service life.
Tankless systems provide hot water on demand, so there’s no running out whether you need to run the dishwasher, wash clothes, or shower.
Don’t sweat your decision to install a tankless water heater. With unbeatable efficiency and convenience, your tankless system will deliver hot water when you want, whether for washing those camping clothes or showering off chlorine after a day at the pool.
If you’re considering a tankless water heater, turn to the experts at Len The Plumber Heating & Air. Our skilled plumbers can install, maintain, or repair your tankless water heater.
Call now to request tankless water heater installation in the Washington, D.C., area.