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Let’s face it: in today’s world choosing a water heater can be a daunting process. You have to first decide on the type, then consider the brand, the features you want, as well as the long term efficiency and reliability. First Learn Your Options At Greenwood Indiana’s best plumber we will help you understand all your options. As the Greenwood Indiana experts in water heater technology, we will take the time to fully understand your goals. Whether that’s looking for the lowest cost out of pocket, the lowest cost long term, the highest efficiency, or most the consistent hot water flow. We will discuss with you the differences between tanked, tankless, gas, and electric water heaters, to help you identify which solution will best fit your particular hot water demands, needs as well as your budget. Each of our professionals have many years of experience, so you can always be confident that your hot water system is in very capable hands! We will only carry out solutions that meet your specific needs and of course comply with local codes for your long-term protection. Our installation and replacement services cover all types of water heaters:
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Tanked vs. Tankless
One of the most frequently asked questions we receive lately from customers is whether they should install a tanked or a tankless water heater. There are many factors to consider when making this decision, and it will depend on your household’s hot water demands, as well as your energy saving goals, and of course how much you are willing to invest in upfront costs.
Our team will assess your individual hot water needs and review your personal preferences to help you make the best decision for your home.
One of the most frequently asked questions we receive lately from customers is whether they should install a tanked or a tankless water heater. There are many factors to consider when making this decision, and it will depend on your household’s hot water demands, as well as your energy saving goals, and of course how much you are willing to invest in upfront costs.
Our team will assess your individual hot water needs and review your personal preferences to help you make the best decision for your home.
Types of Water Heaters Examined
Going without hot water, for even a single day will undoubtedly make you appreciate the luxury of having instant hot water from your dependable water heater. Anybody who has ever taken a cold shower on a cold winter’s morning understands this perfectly.
While water heater repair or replacement is always best left to the professional plumbers, one job you can and should always do yourself is to choose the right water heater to meet the individual needs of your home and family. There are many different types of water heaters on the market today. So, when the dreaded but inevitable cold morning shower greets you, turn to the best plumber in Indiana’s water heater comparison guide as a good starting point.
When you are choosing a new water heating unit for your home, be sure to select a water heating system that not only will provide your family enough hot water, but one that will also be energy efficient, thus saving you money in the long run. Check out this basic water heater buying guide for five most common types of water heaters:
Conventional Storage Tank
Storage tanks systems are the most common type of water heater. Just as the name suggests, these types of systems consist of an insulated tank that contains the water that is heated and stored until needed and called for. There is also a temperature and pressure relief valve, which opens to relieve pressure if it reaches 150 psi or if it reaches 210 degrees Fahrenheit in the tank. Natural gas water heaters will typically use less energy and therefore cost less to operate than electric water heaters but are also more expensive and more difficult and therefore slightly more expensive to install than electric water heaters. Additionally, the conventional storage tank water heater systems should be completely drained and cleaned out so that all sediment is removed about every 6 months to assure you get the most life out of them. The life expectancy of these storage tank water heaters is estimated to be about 10-12 years.
Tankless (On-Demand)
Rather than storing water, the tankless heater systems use intense flashes of heat against water filled coils to heat the water quickly at the time it is needed. Because of this tankless water heaters are much more energy efficient than the conventional storage tank models, but their initial cost is usually substantially higher. They are best for those who have large families and a large hot water demand at one time. Tankless models are usually best for homes that use natural gas to heat the water, although a larger diameter gas line is needed for some models and that can sometimes be a costly retro-fit. Electric tankless models may require an expensive upgrade of the home's electrical capacity, because they do draw a lot of power for a very short period of time. Additionally, tankless water heaters need to be descaled of minerals especially here in Indiana at least once a year to keep them operating reliably.
Heat Pump (Hybrid)
Heat pump water heaters capture heat from the air or ground and then transfer that heat to the water. They use about 60 % less energy than a standard electric water heater. And while they do cost more than the standard electric models, you should soon realize a return on your investment in the form of lower energy bills. Heat pump water heaters however, don’t work well in very cold spaces, therefore are not recommended for Indiana winters. Also space may be of a concern due to the heat pump being on top, therefore a hybrid unit may need as much as a 7-foot clearance from floor to ceiling.
Solar
Roof-mounted solar panel water heaters absorb the sun's heat and then transfers it to an antifreeze-like fluid in a closed-loop system that runs to the water tank and then heats the water. The best solar units will deliver a great deal of savings in the summer, making them attractive for warm, sunny regions. Savings suffer however on cold and/or cloudy days, but most models also employ a backup system which kicks in electricity or gas when needed. These are also not highly recommended for Indiana winters. Even with all the federal and local rebates, what you will end up spending in order to buy and install these solar systems will likely mean waiting as long as 20 to 30 years to recover your investment costs, although these are becoming less costly all the time.
Condensing
Condensing water heaters are another option if you heat with gas and need a unit with a large capacity of more than 55 gallons. These models have a tank that is quite like the tank of a conventional water heater, but they actually capture hot exhaust gases that would normally escape through the flue and then puts those hot gases to work helping to heat the water which is in the tank. The exhaust gases are then actually blown through a coil in the base of the system, where the incoming cold water will absorb most of the heat, making them quite efficient.
Each type of these various water heaters offers different advantages as well as disadvantages, so when selecting the best type and model of water heater for you and your family and your home, you’ll want to consider several factors. A best plumber in Indiana water heater expert & plumber can help you determine which type of system and model is right for your home and budget, taking into consideration all of your family’s water heating needs, energy usage expectations and budget concerns.
Going without hot water, for even a single day will undoubtedly make you appreciate the luxury of having instant hot water from your dependable water heater. Anybody who has ever taken a cold shower on a cold winter’s morning understands this perfectly.
While water heater repair or replacement is always best left to the professional plumbers, one job you can and should always do yourself is to choose the right water heater to meet the individual needs of your home and family. There are many different types of water heaters on the market today. So, when the dreaded but inevitable cold morning shower greets you, turn to the best plumber in Indiana’s water heater comparison guide as a good starting point.
When you are choosing a new water heating unit for your home, be sure to select a water heating system that not only will provide your family enough hot water, but one that will also be energy efficient, thus saving you money in the long run. Check out this basic water heater buying guide for five most common types of water heaters:
Conventional Storage Tank
Storage tanks systems are the most common type of water heater. Just as the name suggests, these types of systems consist of an insulated tank that contains the water that is heated and stored until needed and called for. There is also a temperature and pressure relief valve, which opens to relieve pressure if it reaches 150 psi or if it reaches 210 degrees Fahrenheit in the tank. Natural gas water heaters will typically use less energy and therefore cost less to operate than electric water heaters but are also more expensive and more difficult and therefore slightly more expensive to install than electric water heaters. Additionally, the conventional storage tank water heater systems should be completely drained and cleaned out so that all sediment is removed about every 6 months to assure you get the most life out of them. The life expectancy of these storage tank water heaters is estimated to be about 10-12 years.
Tankless (On-Demand)
Rather than storing water, the tankless heater systems use intense flashes of heat against water filled coils to heat the water quickly at the time it is needed. Because of this tankless water heaters are much more energy efficient than the conventional storage tank models, but their initial cost is usually substantially higher. They are best for those who have large families and a large hot water demand at one time. Tankless models are usually best for homes that use natural gas to heat the water, although a larger diameter gas line is needed for some models and that can sometimes be a costly retro-fit. Electric tankless models may require an expensive upgrade of the home's electrical capacity, because they do draw a lot of power for a very short period of time. Additionally, tankless water heaters need to be descaled of minerals especially here in Indiana at least once a year to keep them operating reliably.
Heat Pump (Hybrid)
Heat pump water heaters capture heat from the air or ground and then transfer that heat to the water. They use about 60 % less energy than a standard electric water heater. And while they do cost more than the standard electric models, you should soon realize a return on your investment in the form of lower energy bills. Heat pump water heaters however, don’t work well in very cold spaces, therefore are not recommended for Indiana winters. Also space may be of a concern due to the heat pump being on top, therefore a hybrid unit may need as much as a 7-foot clearance from floor to ceiling.
Solar
Roof-mounted solar panel water heaters absorb the sun's heat and then transfers it to an antifreeze-like fluid in a closed-loop system that runs to the water tank and then heats the water. The best solar units will deliver a great deal of savings in the summer, making them attractive for warm, sunny regions. Savings suffer however on cold and/or cloudy days, but most models also employ a backup system which kicks in electricity or gas when needed. These are also not highly recommended for Indiana winters. Even with all the federal and local rebates, what you will end up spending in order to buy and install these solar systems will likely mean waiting as long as 20 to 30 years to recover your investment costs, although these are becoming less costly all the time.
Condensing
Condensing water heaters are another option if you heat with gas and need a unit with a large capacity of more than 55 gallons. These models have a tank that is quite like the tank of a conventional water heater, but they actually capture hot exhaust gases that would normally escape through the flue and then puts those hot gases to work helping to heat the water which is in the tank. The exhaust gases are then actually blown through a coil in the base of the system, where the incoming cold water will absorb most of the heat, making them quite efficient.
Each type of these various water heaters offers different advantages as well as disadvantages, so when selecting the best type and model of water heater for you and your family and your home, you’ll want to consider several factors. A best plumber in Indiana water heater expert & plumber can help you determine which type of system and model is right for your home and budget, taking into consideration all of your family’s water heating needs, energy usage expectations and budget concerns.
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