Key Benefits of Switching to a Tankless Water Heater

There was once a time when a water heater was a water heater, and there were no other options. Nowadays, however, you have a choice between a traditional storage tank water heater or a tankless water heater. And beyond that, you have the choice between a gas powered or an electrically powered water heater. All of these options offer unique benefits to you as a homeowner, and of course, they all have their drawbacks as well.

Let’s take a look at some of the key reasons why you should consider making the switch to a tankless water heater in your home. For one thing, they conserve more water. They also save you money over time. And finally, they take up less space than traditional water heaters do.

You Will Conserve Water

Most homeowners today are at least a little bit concerned about energy and water conservation, even if only because less energy and water usage saves them more money.

So how do tankless water heaters save money? Traditional water heaters work by filling and heating the entire tank of water, even if the entire tank isn’t needed.

What happens to the rest of the water that isn’t used before it gets cold again? It is thrown out so that the tank can be filled and heated again. Because tankless water heaters heat instantly, they don’t heat excess water only to throw it out if it isn’t used up in time! This also makes tankless water heaters more efficient, with the ability to heat 5 gallons of water per minute.

You Will Save Money

One of the arguments against tankless water heaters is that they cost far more than traditional water heaters cost.

While this is true, the higher initial cost of a tankless system should be looked at as an investment for all of the savings it will bring you over time.

Since we’ve already decided that tankless water heaters are more efficient than storage tank heaters, installing a tankless water heater can save you money on your energy bill- as much as one hundred dollars (with a gas powered water heater)!

Tankless water heaters can also last as long as twenty to thirty years, which is twice as long as traditional water heaters are expected to last. That means that installing a tankless water heater also eliminates the cost of a replacement ten to fifteen years down the line.

You, Will, Have More Floor Space

Finally, switching to a tankless water heater is ideal for anyone who is looking to free up a little more floor space in their basement or utility closet.

Whether you need the extra space to store sports equipment or household cleaning supplies, tankless water heaters take up virtually no space.

They can be mounted on the wall nearly anywhere inside or outside of your home! If you are interested in installing a new tankless water heater in your home, make sure that you do your research to find out what size unit you will need for your home. When you are ready, call Cellino Plumbing, Heating & Cooling in Buffalo and ask about tankless water heater installation. Call us today at (716) 822-7551!