It is time for you to purchase a new water heater. Are you looking for a more energy-efficient option? Based on your home and individual needs, there are certain kinds that may appeal to you more than others. Your decision will be much easier with the help of this guide of Energy Star qualified water heater technologies.
Gas Water Heaters
Why a high-efficiency gas storage water heater?
- You have a gas storage water heater that needs to be replaced
- You do not want to make a major change
- You are willing to pay a bit more to reduce water heating bills by 7%
- You will keep up on routine maintenance
Why a whole-home gas tankless water heater?
- You want to replace your existing gas water heater before it fails
- You are building or remodeling
- You have limited space to keep the water heater
- You want a water heater with a longer lifespan
- You are willing to pay more to reduce water heating bills by 30%
Why a gas condensing water heater?
- You are building or remodeling
- You often run out of hot water
- You are willing to pay more to reduce water heating bills by 30%
- You have space to accommodate a drain and special venting
Electric Water Heater
Why a heat pump?
- You want to replace your existing electric water heater before it fails
- You are building or remodeling
- You are willing to pay more to reduce water heating bills by 50%
- You have space to accommodate a condensate drain
Solar Water Heater
Why a solar water heater?
- You have access to sunshine on your roof or right outside your home
- You want to use renewable energy to heat your water
- You will keep up on annual maintenance
- You are willing to install an auxiliary electric or gas storage water heater for back-up
If you have additional questions about how to lower your carbon footprint and what energy-efficient options are out there, contact Heatmasters, an Energy Star rated heating contractor, today!
Courtesy of Energy Star
http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=water_heat.pr_help_me
