Weighing Carefully Before You Decide
Tankless water heaters have become popular recently and for good reasons. However, these systems are not without flaws. Continue reading to understand the positive and negative factors of this system before hiring a plumbing contractor.
The Positive Factors
On-demand Heating
This system’s selling point is that it heats water on demand. Tankless water heaters do not really have to store water before heating it up. It can heat water as soon as you need it, with its pressure sensors activating the heating coils as you use them.
Energy Efficiency
As an effect of this system’s heating water on demand, it does not have to keep heating stored water, which saves energy consumption. Over the lifespan of the system, you will really be able to save a lot of money on your electricity bills.
Compact Size
It is relatively small compared to traditional water heaters. It saves space and gives you the ability to install it anywhere in the house. It can be near bathrooms or the kitchen to facilitate faster and more efficient water heating.
The Negative Factors
Upfront Costs
While this system saves a lot of money on energy consumption, it costs more upon purchase and even on installation. High-end tankless models cost twice as much as conventional water heaters and would require a professional for installation.
Installation Challenges
Since this is a relatively new technology, installing it may also require retrofitting your whole plumbing system. It may need to have new pressure regulators, pipes, vents, and fittings.
Not-Really-That-Instant Heating
This system’s on-demand water heating is determined by a number of factors. The kind of tankless water heater and the distance of the faucet from the heater will affect how long it takes for the water to get hot and ready for use.
There are pros and cons to tankless water heaters. It is best to understand both for an informed decision before getting one. In the The Colony, TX area, speak to QHR Leak and Line for a professional plumbing contractor to guide you. You can call us at (972) 625-8820.