HOW TO PICK THE PERFECT WATER HEATER

A Guide to Choosing the Right Type of Water Heater for Your Home

With several different type water heaters available to use in the home, it is important you identify which type will serve you better over the years. If you are not using the right water heater, you could be spending more in water and energy bills each month than necessary. That could result in you spending a significant more amount of money each year that could be utilized elsewhere.

Water Consumption

Determine the water consumption usage in your home by either averaging size of family plus gallons used each day or contact your local utilities company and ask for your monthly usage. Then you can determine if getting a new traditional water heater is a better investment than purchasing an energy-efficient tankless water heater. If you are using a high amount of water each month for showers, the dishwasher, and laundry, you might want to consider the energy-efficient type that can handle the amount of water you use. You will be saving enough money each month to pay for your new unit in no time at all.

The Size of Your Home

One thing to consider when deciding among different water heaters is the space you have available. In many apartments and condominiums, space is of a premium. When you have very little space for a larger tank hot water heater, consider all the benefits to the tankless systems. They are very small in size because they do not store any water, they simply heat it on demand. That means you can install the unit under a sink, on the wall in a laundry room, or even in the garage out of the way. These units do require the experience of a trained professional to install because of the heating process, so be sure to call your local plumbing repair company if this is the type unit you are considering.

Family Needs

Depending on your family size, you could have a need for more water than the average family. When you have several children and even grandparents living in the home, hot water is used much more frequently and you need a hot water heater that is up to the task of running that much longer. Speak with a local plumbing professional who can show you the latest hot water heaters available. Each year these units are built with the latest technologies, and have the ability to save you more money than even the units built a few years ago.

Not sure what water heater works for your Simi Valley, CA home? Call Fix It Fast Plumbing at (805) 623-4417, and get the best advice from the professionals.