Tankless Hot Water Heaters Offer Energy and Cost Savings: Go Green and Save Money at the Same Time with Tankless Water Heaters

When you need a new hot water heater, consider a new tankless water heater. These high-tech models can help you supply your home with plenty of hot water while reducing energy usage—and your bills—at the same time.

Traditional water heaters provide your home with hot water by heating a large tank of water. However, to ensure that you'll have hot water at a moment's notice, these appliances have to keep that water hot. Maintaining the preset temperature in the tank can use a substantial amount of energy. On the other hand, tankless water heaters heat the water as you're using it, so no energy is wasted keeping a sizable tank of water at a constant temperature. These high-tech units use a gas burner to heat the water as it flows through the pipes to its destination, so you'll enjoy the same hot showers as always, but still use less energy!

Most tankless hot water heaters can supply sufficient warm water to your entire household, but if your family uses a considerable amount of hot water on a daily basis, you'll want to make sure the unit you select is sized to meet your needs. Ultimately, you get the same amount of hot water in your shower or washing machine but use far less energy. And energy isn't all you'll be saving: Typical savings on your energy bills with a tankless water heater are around $100 per year.

Installing tankless hot water heater is simple and easy. If you don't currently have a gas water heater, a gas line will be needed, but a professional can efficiently and effectively handle this challenge. And, because tankless water heaters take up no floor space, you'll gain a little extra storage area in your home!

Contact your local plumbing contractor today to learn more about a tankless water heater for your hot water needs. When you need to replace your water heater, opting for a tankless model is a great way to go green and save money at the same time.

Matt Gallo is a home improvement hobbyist and the Internet marketing manager for Prospect Genius, a provider of online local advertising solutions.