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Tankless water heater: benefits and drawbacks

Is this the year for a new water heater? If so, you’ll find that you have more options now than ever before. You’ve probably heard of tankless water heaters, and if so, chances are good that you have already eliminated them from your consideration.

Not so fast! The problems that came with tankless water heaters years ago have largely been eliminated. In fact, you’d be smart to give some careful consideration to replacing your conventional water tank with one of the newer tankless versions. We’ll help you sort out the benefits and drawbacks of each type of water heater.

Conventional Storage Tank […]

We have hot water tank sizes for every home!

Without question, the most common way of heating hot water throughout the United States is with a conventional tank water heater. Chances are excellent that this is what’s in your basement. When the time comes to replace your hot water tank, call us – we have hot water tank sizes for every home, regardless of size.

These type of water heaters keep water hot even when it’s not needed or in use. Quality hot water tank manufacturers such as Rheem put insulation between the tank and the outer jacket to keep the water hot, but some heat loss is inevitable. As […]

3 Benefits of a Tankless Water Heater

Replacing your home’s water heater is a costly and stressful choice for all families. Choosing the right heater, however, isn’t as hard as you may think. Technology has improved non-traditional water heaters removing nearly all cons to choosing a tankless heater – leaving only a slightly higher installation bill. This small extra payment is weighted against three amazing benefits.

Continuous water supply

A typical family will enjoy a continuous supply of hot water from a tankless heater. The tankless heater is aptly named, the water is drawn through a series of coils to instantly heat your water and deliver it to you faucet.

Some people claim this limits the […]

Is it time for a new hot water heater?

One of the questions we get asked a lot is this one: when should I replace my hot water tank? How long will it last?

It’s a good question! Unfortunately, the decision to replace your home’s hot water is often made for you when the one you have fails. You really ought to take the time to look at your options, so waiting until catastrophic failure, such as a flood from a ruptured tank, is not wise. In general, there are four signs you need a new water heater and carefully planning your purchase will ensure you get an energy-efficient, reasonably priced […]

Simple plumbing tips for those who are buying a home

Here are a few simple plumbing tips for anyone looking to buy a home this summer, whether it’s your primary home or a vacation getaway.

As you know, the real estate market is sizzling hot right now. In many communities, sellers receive multiple offers within days of listing their property for sale. Some realtors report that homes are selling for nearly 97 percent of their list price. When the market is hot, there is a tendency to move quickly for fear of losing out. But moving too quickly on a purchase can bring a lot of headaches.

Among other things, you’ll want […]