Mid-shower and out of hot water? You put in the effort to be frugal yet your energy bill is still on the upswing? Or you are left to question if that large metal tank in the garage or basement is what your home is best served with?
You would be hard pressed to find a homeowner in Peachtree City or the greater Atlanta Metro who has not had such thoughts. They are calling us about tankless water heaters on a daily basis. We at Trinity Air Heating & Air Conditioning have been in the business of meeting the heating, cooling, plumbing and electrical demands of local families since 1997. Should you like to discuss what is available, pick up the phone and give us a ring at (770) 874-0798.
Still, before you decide anything, we will put forward some things about tankless water heaters you may not have considered.
Not an Ounce of Water Is Stored
As the name implies. Conventional water heaters will have 40 or 50 gallons of hot water standing by day in and day out, need it or not. With a tankless unit the water is heated once you open the tap. You do not have to put up with a big tank in your home wasting heat.
Then there is the matter of a leak; without a tank to hold water, there is none to fail and make a mess of your floor. One less thing to fret over.
Older Technology Than Most Would Have You Believe
It is something of a revelation to some: in one form or another, tankless water heating is more than 100 years old. People tend to think of it as a new fad but the concept has been honed over the generations. The difference now is in the efficiency and dependability of the units. Put in right, the technology is as sound as its long record shows.
An Endless Supply of Hot Water
The on-demand nature of these heaters is a draw for many. Provided the water is running through the unit, it is being heated. The first person in the shower and the last will have no trouble with hot water.
There is a limit to how much a single unit can put out in a minute, so unlimited flow is not to be expected. For a continuous supply though, tankless is hard to beat.
Compact Design
For those wanting to reclaim some space in the utility closet or garage, a tankless model is the answer. About the size of a small suitcase, they are wall mounted and unobtrusive.
Atlanta homeowners like the design for a number of reasons:
- It leaves the floor clear in a cramped utility room
- Will fit in a basement, garage or closet
- Under-sink installation is possible with some smaller units for point-of-use
- No tank in the way when you are renovating
- Easy to put out of view
You Will See the Energy Savings
A traditional tank is always using energy to reheat what is in reserve, a tankless unit does not. Once you have made the change most will see their utility usage reflect that. How much you save is a function of your household and how you use hot water, but the numbers are there.
Too often we see a homeowner let an old tank go on past its prime for want of looking into other options.
Longevity Is Part of the Package
Properly looked after, a tankless unit will have a longer run than the 10 to 12 years you get from a standard tank. When it comes to value for your home, the extended life is significant. Of course, regular maintenance is called for to keep any water heater in top shape.
Georgia Water Is Georgia Water
In our part of the country you have to contend with hardness in the water and the mineral buildup it brings to a water heater, tank or otherwise. A bit of routine flushing and upkeep is all it takes to protect your investment and ensure the hot water is as it should be. An experienced local team will know Atlanta water and the homes here, and that is where we come in.
Want to Know More?
There are plenty of pleasant surprises with a tankless water heater, but in the end the right one is determined by your home and the way you live. We are a Certified Trane Dealer for Fayetteville, Tyrone, Newnan, Stockbridge and the rest of the metro, and our people at Trinity Air Heating & Air Conditioning are on hand 24/7 for any questions. Why not call (770) 874-0798 and we will put together a free estimate for you.