Modern homeowners have their choice of the litter when it comes to appliances, including their water heaters. There is a greater variety than ever before when it comes to the appliances that one may use in his or her home. In fact, there is so much variety that narrowing down one’s choices can sometimes feel like a project in and of itself. Of course, you don’t want to wind up with a water heater that doesn’t suit your needs well, so you should take the time to figure out which is best for your particular situation and user preferences. You may find that a tankless water heater in Holladay, UT is ideal. Contact Design Comfort to learn more.
What Is a Tankless Water Heater?
A tankless water heater is one that, unsurprisingly, does not use a storage tank in which to store hot water. Instead, a tankless water heater heats cold water as it flows through the system, in an on-demand fashion. When you call for water at any plumbing fixture, it is heated as needed, nearly instantaneously. This eliminates the need for maintaining a reservoir of continuously heated water in one’s home. The elimination of the storage tank actually has a few benefits to offer.
Benefits of Tankless Water Heaters
The first major benefit of a tankless water heater is the fact that tankless water heaters are so efficient. Because they don’t use a storage tank in which to hold heated water, there is no risk of standby energy loss. This occurs when heat from the water within a tank transfers through that tank, and into the air surrounding it. Additionally, tankless water heaters have very long lifespans—generally much longer than tank models—and they are compact enough to be installed in even very tight spaces. If you have any questions regarding the use of a tankless water heater in your home, give us a call today.
