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Are Tankless Water Heaters more efficient than regular water heaters?
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∙ 12y ago
Tankless water heaters are more energy and cost efficient than your typical water heaters. Of course, each person has their own needs and it is always a good idea to weigh out the pros and cons before making any decisions for a change. What works well for some may not work well for other.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 10y agoYou have to define better. While they cost less to operate in most cases, they are more expensive than the tank type to purchase, and will require a large gas or electrical supply.
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Are tankless water heaters available?
Tankless water heaters are available at most hardware/construction retail stores or online stores. Tankless water heater are much more expensive than regular water heaters.
Are micathermic heaters more energy efficient than regular space heaters?
yes, up to 30%
Are Infrared Heaters more cost efficient than a regular space heater?
Infrared Heaters are generally more cost efficient then regular space heaters. The reason is that they heat the object directly rather then heating the air, so it wastes less engergy. Ive seen estimates that say its as much as 80% more energy efficient.
What is the main difference between the bosch tankless water heater and other brands?
Bosch tankless water heaters were specifically designed for the United States. They save energy because they only heat the water you are going to use. They also save water because of their size compared to regular water heaters.
What is the difference between a regular heater and a radiant heater And where can radiant heaters be purchased from?
Radiant heaters heat objects nearby them such as furniture and are usually cheaper. Regular convection heaters actually heat the air temp in the room.
What is the average yearly savings on a power bill when using tankless water heaters instead of regular water heaters?
A tank water heater is one of the largest energy users in the home as it uses approximately 25-35% of the electricity consumed. By heating water on demand when needed a tankless water heater provides unlimited hot water for full house use, offering a potential savings of up to 50% of water heating bills in residential applications.
Are space heaters safe to use in Office?
Sometimes. Oil-filled space heaters, which are fire-safe are preferable. Regular electrical space heaters can be used if they are placed in safe places, and turned off before leaving work.
How to Determine Your Need for a Tankless Water Heater?
The most talked-about type of water heater is the tankless or instant water heater. The tankless heater does not have a reservoir of water to keep heated constantly. It heats the water as it is needed. If you’re like most folks, You want hot water that is fast and plentiful. You want a heater that heats quickly without costing a fortune. You expect your heater to be robust enough to take a shower while the dishwasher is running. For these reason, a tankless water heater falls short. The up-front cost is the first consideration. A 40-gallon tank heater only costs about $800 installed. A comparable tankless water heater can run $3500 or more after installation, depending on whether your new heater fits your old fittings. Another consideration is the level of use. Unless you buy a very hearty tankless heater, it will not be able to multi-task very vigorously. Tankless heaters also have a temperature swing of up to ten degrees--five above and five below the thermostat--and the water can run hot and cold when turned off and on. Despite their nickname, instant water heaters are not. When you turn the tap, a sensor turns on a fan, then a burner, and finally the pipes get hot and the water is heated. That means a twenty second wait for the heated water. Tankless heaters tend to get lime deposits which require regular cleaning. Their pilot light is always lit, so the expense of running a tankless heater is not much less than a tank heater. The tankless heater must heat the plumbing the entire way from the heater to the faucet. After the water is turned off, the plumbing cools. This is the major loss of energy in the system. When the tankless heater is turned on again, it must reheat the pipes anew. Tankless heaters have had reliability issues in the past, when the product was brand new. These bugs have been ironed out but the companies making tankless heaters have had quality issues previously and could again. There are many companies making claims regarding the superiority of tankless heaters. When comparing, be sure to use similar models, not a high end heater versus a lesser model. Check into some consumer report web sites or forums with real reviews from real consumers to help you make you decision.
Who makes ge tankless water heaters?
Home Depot carries the GE Tankless Water Heater, and I was told with certainty that these are made for GE by Rheem.Additional notes:Looking for return on investment / payback period for tankless water heater over regular heater with tank? See this link* that suggests a standard home will save $375/year for a tankless water heater, so that ROI is 2 years for purchase + installation.Shopping Now? As of 2010-12-30, I am looking at the GE Indoor 7.5 gpm Tankless Gas Water Heater Model # GN75DNSRSA, retail $1449 and for the next couple of weeks is $584.10 (no cost for 3-5 bus. days shipping)This compares to $864.89 (shipping already included) for the Rinnai R75LSi Natural Gas Indoor Tankless Water Heater, 7.5 GPM on Amazon.com.
How do you install a mobile home water heater?
All the mobile home water heaters that I've seen are the same as regular house water heaters, -if you can change install one in your house, then you can install one in a Mobile. The actual procedure differs if it's electric or gas and as you don't say which, that's as far as I'll go for now..
Difference between hot water heaters in a mobile home and a regular home?
Water heaters in a mobile home are direct vent. This means combustion air is drawn from outside the home and exhaust gases are vented out the B-vent pipe. In a standard home water heater, it's know as a natural vent. This means room air is used for combustion and exhaust is vented out the B-vent pipe.Ans 2 - That's quite correct in the case of GAS water heaters.However, most of the Mobile homes that I've seen (into hundreds) appear to have electric heaters that are exactly the same as those in a regular house.
what is the differant between a mobal home water heater and a regular one?
The biggest difference you will find between mobile home water heaters and house water heaters is the the mobile home version is generally slimmer in order to fit in the smaller spaces in a mobile home. The installation is also different as the mobile home heater feeds from the bottom and vents from the bottom.
