The general feeling at the beginning of each year is “new year, new me.” You may get a new haircut or dedicate yourself to a new fitness routine, but have you ever considered a “new year, new water heater” approach?
Upgrading to a tankless water heater this year can be the perfect change you need in your home! Not only can a tankless water heater help you conserve water and energy, but it can also save you money over time, and even free up some space in your home.
Continue reading to learn about some of the benefits associated with tankless water heaters and find out why 2019 is the year to upgrade to a tankless water heater!
They Help With Water Conservation
One reason why tankless water heating systems rose to popularity in the 1990s is that people began to realize the ecological impact they could have.
It may seem strange to think of your water heater as having environmental benefits, but the fact is that tankless water heaters waste less water than traditional units do.
This is because traditional water heaters heat entire tanks of water at a time, whether all that water is needed or not, and throw away whatever water isn’t used before it becomes cold again.
Another way tankless water heaters help the environment is by using up less energy than storage tank units. Unlike traditional storage tank units, tankless water heaters only function when they are needed. Conventional water heaters run all day heating tanks, emptying them, then filling and heating them again. Tankless water heating is a far more efficient process.
They Cost Less Over Time
While it is true that tankless water heaters cost significantly more than traditional water heaters would to install, they are a real investment in the future of your home’s finances.
Over time, your tankless water heater will save you more and more money through energy and water bill savings. The initial cost to install a gas-powered tankless water heater, for example, is around $2,000.
The annual energy savings from that same tankless water heater can be s much as $100. If your tankless water heater is maintained correctly, it can last as long as 30 years. That means that you can make your money back on your investment and still have another 10 years before you’ll need to install a new water heater!
They Occupy Less Space
Without the need for a big storage tank, tankless water heaters occupy way less space than traditional water heating systems did.
What kinds of things you put in that newly freed up storage space in your utility closet, basement, or garage? The possibilities are endless! Some tankless water heaters are so compact that they can even be mounted in the smallest crevices of your home, or outside.
It’s important to do your research and find the best tankless water heater for your home. Call the experts at Nixco Plumbing at (513) 445-5142 for more on the benefits of tankless water heating and installation in Mason!