Unlocking Efficiency: How Tankless Water Heaters Are Revolutionizing Home Energy Consumption
Water heaters can last a long time, but when they do give up and it’s time for a replacement, you have the opportunity to install a modern, more efficient tankless water heater.
There are many advantages to a tankless water heater, and it might suit your needs better than a traditional tank system.
Why You Should Choose a Tankless Water Heater
- Hot water on demand
One of the best advantages of a tankless water heater is that you have hot water right when you need it. With a traditional tank system, you have hot water as long as the tank is full, but when it runs out, you have to wait for more to heat. Tankless water heaters heat the water as you need it, so it’s always available. - Energy efficiency
Because they don’t rely on keeping water heated in a tank waiting for use — and because they don’t need a constant pilot light — tankless water heaters can be up to 34% more energy efficient than a tank system. This can save you a lot of money on your utility bills over time. - Longer life span
A hot water tank is subject to deterioration over time and is prone to other maintenance issues. The average lifespan of a hot water tank is 10-15 years. Tankless water heaters routinely last for 20 years or more. - Saves space
A hot water tank is bulky and requires a lot of room in your basement or utility closet. A tankless water heater is a small unit that can be mounted on a wall almost anywhere — in the garage, in the basement, in a closet or even under a sink. You have a lot of versatility with a tankless system. - Environmentally friendly
Because they use less water and less energy to heat the water than a traditional hot water tank, tankless water heaters are a better choice for environmentally conscious homeowners.
Tankless water heaters are available in both gas and electric models. Divine Electric and Plumbing has extensive experience with tankless water heater installation in Marin County and the surrounding region. We can advise you on which model and configuration is right for your home and make sure it’s installed correctly so it will be problem free.