Heating Your Home's H2O: Traditional vs. Tankless Water Heaters

HEATING YOUR HOME SH20 Traditional iaa. Jankless vs. WATER HEAT ERS TRADITIONAL How It Works • In your home typically a 40 - 50 gallon tank holds water that is heated by gas or electric technology. • When water is heated until it reaches the temperature set by the thermostat, generally recommended at 120 - 140 degrees. • Hot water rises to the top of the water heater. When hot water is supplied, based on usage in the residence, cold water is fed to the lower part of the water heater, heats, and rises where the hot water is pulled out from the top water heater. Cold Water In Hot Water Out Size Efficiency •Large • Tank generally has its own closet or may also be located in garage. • Energy-efficient models use 10-20% less energy than minimum standards. Hot Water Rising Benefits • Low initial cost • Less maintenance • Best for homes that Lifetime use more water 8-10 years Fuel Gas or electric Energy Cost* Gas Water Heater 00 • Monthly: $10-833 • Yearly: $120-$396 Initial Cost with Installation • Lower up front costs • Rapid Rooter Plumbing is a licensed plumbing contractor, and will come to your home to provide an estimate which can vary based on your specific needs. • Depending on the age of your home, building codes for water heaters may have changed. To be sure your home remains in resell condition, your water heater installation must include a building permit and inspection by the appropriate agency. As a licensed plumbing contractor, Rapid Rooter Plumbing will assist you with this process. Electric Water Heater • Monthly: $18-$54 • Yearly:$216-s648 *Based on information from www.pge.com Average water usage for efficient appliances and faucets Hot Water Production Typically 40 - 50 gallons, depending on size of tank • High Efficiency Showerhead: 2.5 gallons per minute • Sink: 2.2 gallons per minute • Dishwasher cycle: 9-12 gallons • Washing machine cycle: 15-23 gallons TANKLESS How It Works Energy Cost* • Approximately 25-30% in savings 00 annually. This will vary based on usage. • Small heater rapidly heats water as it is being used in the home. • Heating only occurs as water is in use. *Based on information from www.pge.com Efficiency • Standard models use 45-60% less energy than minimum standards Lifetime 20+ years • Lower water use increases efficiency ratings Size Fuel • Compact • Wall-mounted Gas or electric Gas Cold Water In Hot Water Out Benefits Initial Cost with Installation • Higher up front costs • Rapid Rooter Plumbing is a licensed plumbing contractor, and will come to your home to provide an estimate. Tankless gas water heaters have special installation requirements which can affect the cost ignitions require an electrical source at installation location. • Cost will be approximately 2 % times as much as a conventional tank style water heater, and will vary based on your specific needs. •To be sure your home remains your water heater installation must include a building permit and inspection by the appropriate agency. As a licensed plumbing contractor, Rapid Rooter Plumbing will assist you with this process. • Sustainable and environmentally responsible • Savings add up over time • Best for homes that use less water installation. Units with electronic Hot Water Production 2-5 gallons produced per minute, with gas delivering slightly higher resell condition, rates Average water usage for efficient appliances and faucets • High Efficiency Showerhead: 2.5 gallons per minute • Sink: 2.2 gallons per minute • Dishwasher cycle: 9-12 gallons • Washing machine cycle: 15-23 gallons Provided by: RAPID ROOTER www.rapidrooterblog.com Sources: articles.chicagotribune.com/2010-02-12/classified/ct-home-0212-water-heater-chomes- 20100210_1_tankless-water-heater-hot-water energy.gov/energysaver/articles/tankless-or-demand-type-water-heaters www.energystar.gov/ia/new_homes/features/WaterHtrs_o62906.pdf www.pge.com/en/myhome/myaccount/usage/index.page