Hot Water Tank Efficiency

Installation & Removal

When it's time to replace your old hot water tank call us for quick service. We will remove the old one and replace it with an upgraded energy efficient model best suited for your current situation. If your old hot water tank is not up to code for things like venting for example, we will install the proper parts and pieces to bring it up to local standards.

Tremendous progress has been made recently regarding the delivery of hot water in homes and businesses. An old-style hot water tank is still the most common type, but on-demand systems are growing in popularity. The biggest difference in today’s hot water tanks, when compared with older models, is efficiency. Hot water is responsible for 15-to-25% of the annual energy costs of the typical Canadian family. Clearly, a more efficient method of delivering hot water can significantly reduce those costs. The purchase and installation costs of a water heater represent about 10% of the total cost over a ten-year period.

When shopping for a new water heater, things you should consider include:

• The type of unit best for you

• Its size (larger is not necessarily better)

• The energy source (gas, oil, electricity, etc.)

• Venting requirements

• Initial costs: purchase and installation

• Future costs: fuel and maintenance

Cost-Saving Options

As well as the method for providing hot water to your home or business, there are other factors to consider that will help reduce your energy use and costs:

• Installing a more efficient water heater (look at ENERGY STAR® models)

• Improving the performance of your existing system (insulation, maintenance)

• Reducing the amount of hot water you use

• Adding a drain water heat recovery (DWHR) device

Hot Water Heating Choices

In addition to the traditional hot water tank, which can use gas, oil, electricity or even wood to heat the water, we now have many other affordable options to consider. As well as a traditional hot water tank installation your options include:

• Tankless “on-demand” water heaters

• Combinations tank/tankless systems

• Solar-powered water heating

• Heat pumps

How Do You Choose?

It’s gotten more complicated with time, that’s for sure, and choosing what’s right for your home’s hot water isn’t easy. Talking to a professional is by far the best way to ensure that you have made the right choice. In the White Rock area, you will find we have the knowledge and products you need in choosing the right hot water system for your home.

There are many advantages to the hot water storage tank system. Firstly, they are not as prone to breakdowns as with other systems. They are low maintenance, particularly if you go with a good name brand.

Traditional Hot Water Tanks

When you are looking at a hot water tank storage system, the tank that you select can make a big difference. Look for a brand you can trust that offers a warranty. Energy ratings are important, take note of the star rating and see how that will affect your energy consumption and, in turn, your bills.

Hot Water Tank manufacturers we deal with: Amtrol, Triangle Tube, Viessmann, Ibc Boiler, John Wood Water Heaters

Alternatives

Solar systems are gaining in popularity. Powered by panels on the roof, the water is heated in a specialized tank. The result is enough water for a family all delivered without using power off the grid. In some cases you can even sell excess power back to the electricity company for a profit.

If you use rainwater at your home, it is possible to link up your water tank to your system. You will need to make sure that you have a filtration system in place, particularly if you live in an urban area. While many people just use rainwater for gardening and laundering, there are many benefits to using rainwater for all your needs. Utilizing rainwater means that you are taking pressure off the water grid. You'll no longer have to pay for water usage. You'll be helping the environment and your pocket at the same time.

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