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The hot water heater talk these days is all about the tankless water heater. Whenever anyone has a need for a new water heater, the first question is usually: Should I go tankless or tank? Many factors go into making this decision. You must consider the importance of installation, usage requirements, costs, and design. You have to get past the up-front costs discussion to realize all the advantages that come with a tankless water heater. Hopefully this article will provide some insight.
Advantages and Disadvantages
- X – Up-Front Costs
- Ease of Installation
- Installation Options
- High Usage
- Long Term Costs
- Product Life Span
- Long Term Cost Savings
- Auto Freeze Protect
- Auto Shutoff Leak Detect
- X – Works in Power Outage
- Mineral Deposit causing Failure
- Hot Water Forever
- Built In Safety
- Manufacturer Warranty
- Plumber Warranty
- Efficiency
- Remote Control Options
- Home Resale Value
- Need for Maintenance
- Basic Peace of Mind
X – tank has the advantage
The table above is based on a few assumptions. We assume that you are using high quality products, not the cheapest on the market. Also, that you are using a professional, licensed, and insured plumbing company. It is obvious that the tankless heater has the advantage over the tank heater with these considerations. Only use high quality products and a company that is licensed and insured for your protection.
Saving and planning for the expense of replacing a water heater is rarely done. It is usually last minute and an emergency. People have the out of sight, out of mind mentality and only think about it once the water is coming through the ceiling and flooding the house. When panic and anxiety kick in, you don’t want to hear about the long term benefits. Don’t be burdened with an immediate incorrect choice by doing your research and budgeting before the need arises. Be a proactive homeowner when it comes to this type of expense.
Being trained and certified by multiple tankless heater manufacturers to both install and maintain their products is what you should look for in a plumber. They can determine the best hot water heater for you and give you choices along with the tools you need to do some of your own research with the best manufacturers on the market by having you answer a few questions.
Remember, the more information you have, the more at ease you will be that you are making the best decision for your home and family. Now that you have read this article and gained some insight, you should go take a look at your hot water heater to do a visual inspection and write down all the information from the label. With the label information your plumber can give you things to consider along with an estimated time remaining on your water heater. Let help you to make the best decision without getting caught up in all the information out there between a tankless water heater and a tank hot water heater.