A must read for every homeowner replacing their hot water heater
Some of the most common types of hot water heaters in the Phoenix valley are listed below with some helpful information to help the average homeowner decide which type of hot water heater is best for their situation.
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Gas or electric conventional storage tank water heaters are the least expensive to install, provide large amounts of hot water making the storage tank water heater the most popular choice for new install and replacements. HOWEVER, with energy efficiencies of around 58%, 67% when energy star listed and an average life of 8-12 years there is room for improvement and savings. The oldest water heater we removed was 36 years old!
Gas or electric conventional storage tank water heaters are the least expensive to install, provide large amounts of hot water making the storage tank water heater the most popular choice for new install and replacements. HOWEVER, with energy efficiencies of around 58%, 67% when energy star listed and an average life of 8-12 years there is room for improvement and savings. The oldest water heater we removed was 36 years old!
High efficiency tank water heaters and on demand water heaters are small in size, produce a near endless supply of hot water when properly sized for the home with efficiencies ranging from 80%-98% making them an attractive alternative to a conventional tank water heater. So, why are they not installed in every home you ask? They are more costly to purchase and install, vary wildly in performance and life expectancy (6-20 years causing buyers remorse with the early failures), requires a more experienced plumber for installation and service, and have higher maintenance requirements.
Electric Hybrid Tank Water Heater are similar in design to an electric conventional tank water heater with a slightly longer life expectancy of 10-15 years. Have a rather decent return on investment over a conventional electric water heater due to being over twice as efficient at heating water. Hybrid water heaters are a newer technology on the market however seem to be proving themselves as a cost effective alternative when installed in a hot Arizona garage.
Solar Hot Water Systems in Arizona solar systems are heavily marketed due to the valley sun and the potential to eliminate hot water expenses. Solar hot water heaters are a great option for homeowners in our area. With life expectancies of 25+ years, federal, state, and utility rebates and a fairly fast return on investment solar hot water can be a great investment. However, a solar hot water system MUST be properly designed and installed or you will quickly learn that FREE is not FREE and the savings are not even close to what was estimated.
When replacing your hot water heater you will find you have A LOT of options and opinions! Manufacture, type, gallons of storage, btu's, energy source, size, and prices.
As a factory trained service technician, Erik will answer all of your questions including the ones you do not know to ask, and explain based on your current and future needs how and why the system or repair he recommends is the best for you!
Avoid purchasing an ENERGY EFFICIENT or GREEN hot water heating system that is improperly designed, installed, and or over-promised based on marketing and sales brochures. Don't fall prey to the marketing and one size fits all sales pitch before you get the facts.
As a factory trained service technician, Erik will answer all of your questions including the ones you do not know to ask, and explain based on your current and future needs how and why the system or repair he recommends is the best for you!
Avoid purchasing an ENERGY EFFICIENT or GREEN hot water heating system that is improperly designed, installed, and or over-promised based on marketing and sales brochures. Don't fall prey to the marketing and one size fits all sales pitch before you get the facts.
At CTR Plumbing we replace, maintain and repair all types of residential tank water heaters (gas, electric, solar, hybrid) , whole house on demand (Eternal, Noritz, Takagi, AO Smith, Skye Fortis), point of use and boilers under 399,000btu's! When installing, servicing, or repairing complicated water heating systems choosing the right plumber with experience, skill, and training is critical to ensuring efficient long lasting service from your equipment!
