Tankless Hot Water Heaters

You can find tankless hot water heaters in most homes throughout Europe and Asia, but they are slowly becoming more popular in North America. Tankless hot water heaters are a bit more involved than your average hot water tank and therefore a bit more expensive to buy and install.

Most tankless hot water heaters use an electronic ignition instead of conventional tanks’ pilot lights, which steadily consume gas and can go out.

Gas Tankless Water Heater – Pros & Cons

Gas tankless hot water heaters are environmental friendly and because they are relatively new to our North American market, many of them are designed to use advanced technology for energy efficiency, and meet strict emission standards. Gas tankless water heaters produce higher flow rates than electric ones.

Electric Tankless Water Heater – Pros & Cons

Out of all the different types of water heaters, the electric tankless water heater costs the most to operate and is the least energy efficient. Apparently, some homeowners aren’t huge fans of tankless hot water heaters because it limits their ability to do two things at once. For example, doing the dishes while your spouse takes a hot shower at the same time; not a good idea unless your spouse is the sort of person who likes practical jokes.

For more information on tankless hot water heaters, contact the heating specialists at Action Auger today.