Shower head in bathroom with flowing water
At the end of a long day, there’s almost nothing better than relaxing in a hot shower. To be able to enjoy a hot shower, though, you need a water heater. While storage tank water heaters are a perennial favorite among homeowners, tankless water heaters continue to increase in popularity and efficiency. If it’s time to update your water heater, here are a few reasons you might want to consider a tankless water heater.
Endless Hot Water
One of the advantages that draws homeowners to tankless water heaters is the ability to enjoy nearly unlimited hot water. Since a tankless water heater makes hot water on the spot, you can enjoy a long-lasting supply of hot water for taking showers, doing the dishes, washing clothes, and more. If you’re the type of person who needs a long, hot shower to be able to relax fully, a tankless water heater will be your new best friend.
Lower Energy Costs
Although a tankless water heater uses a lot of energy while it’s running, it uses almost no energy when it’s in standby mode. This is in contrast to a storage tank water heater that uses energy constantly to keep the water in the tank warm at all times. Thus, most individuals see a dramatic drop in energy usage when they opt to have a tankless water heater installed by local professionals like those at Spartan Plumbing and Services.
Smaller Footprint
If your utility area is short on space, a tankless water heater is the best option for heating your home’s water. Tankless water heaters are tiny compared to a typical water heater, with most units able to be mounted on a wall. This small footprint also makes tankless water heaters easier to work on when they need repairs or maintenance.
Longer Lifespan
To be able to heat large quantities of water in a short amount of time, a tankless water heater has to be durable. The durable components inside a tankless water heater allow it to last for years longer than a typical water heater, saving you money on replacement costs. Another reason that tankless water heaters tend to last longer is that they don’t store water, meaning they aren’t subjected to degradation from elements dissolved in the water.
Proper Installation Critical
While there are do-it-yourself tutorials for installing tankless water heaters available online, the vast majority of homeowners will want to leave this job to a professional. Since large amounts of energy are required to heat water quickly, it’s easy to make a mistake if you don’t have the right tools and experience. Once installed, though, your tankless water heater should be able to provide years of reliable hot water for you to enjoy.
