Posts Tagged ‘Tank-less’

Tank-less Hot Water: Gas or Electric?

December 13th, 2010

Tank-less hot water heaters have become very popular in the recent years as energy efficiency has become a priority in households across the United States. These compact systems offer many benefits when compared to traditional hot water tanks. As with any appliance there are some possible complications, but with proper installation and sizing, many of the drawbacks can be eliminated. There is, however, one key factor that you must take into consideration before installing one of these systems: fuel type!

Electric Tank-less Hot Water Heaters

If you don’t have access to natural gas in your home, electric hot water heaters may be your only option, and if so, it doesn’t necessarily have to be a bad one. These are some of the benefits and drawbacks associated with electric tank-less hot water heaters: » Read more: Tank-less Hot Water: Gas or Electric?

Going Tank-less with Your Hot Water Heat

August 30th, 2010

Tank-less hot water heaters seem to be the new craze in the world of plumbing and HVAC. Their claim to fame is their ability to heat water instantly and efficiently. Sounds good right? It does, but there are several points to consider before converting to a tank-less unit in your home.

How Tank-less Units Solve the Problems with Old Hot Water Tanks

Traditional hot water heaters use a large tank to store the water they heat before sending it to the different parts of a home. Whether the unit is gas or electric, the water is warmed by heating elements and then held inside a tank until it is needed. The problems associated with this type of unit are:

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