Many homeowners are switching from classic water heaters to tankless water heaters. What’s the big difference? Well, first of all, like its moniker implies, tankless water heaters don’t have a tank. Instead of storing pre-heated water to be ready for use, tankless water heaters heat the water as needed. Thus, they only work when a faucet is turned on. This is a significant energy savings because traditional tank heaters must keep the water heated constantly 24 hours a day, seven days a week whether it’s being utilized or not. That wastes a lot of energy. And because a tankless heater heats the water on demand, it will continue to supply hot water right up until the faucet is shut off.

There are other positive aspects to a tankless heater besides continuous hot water like energy efficiency. When the desire for hot water is no longer there, the unit goes on standby and uses virtually no energy at all. Homeowners will enjoy up to 40% savings on their energy bills. Plus, tankless water heaters last nearly twice as long as standard water heaters. The expected lifespan of tankless heater is roughly twenty years and a standard heater is roughly ten years.

The good news doesn’t stop there. Tankless heaters also take up less space. While tank-style heaters in their typical 30-50 gallon capacities are rather large and sit on the floor, a tankless water heater is a little box, about two feet tall by two feet wide and is secured to the wall. Pipes connect below and above. There’s no need to worry about the tank springing a leak and perhaps flooding the lower level either as there is no stored water sitting in it. Tankless water heaters are cleaner as well. As standard tank-style water heaters age, rust and scale can accumulate inside the tank. With tankless water heaters, the water that flows through is always fresh and clear.

Tankless is the environmentally friendly water heating solution. It conserves energy, saves space and saves you money. Any plumber should be able to install a tankless water heater. Call your local plumbing company to find out more.