Water Heaters
Corrosion in Your Water Heater: Here’s How to Prevent It
Your water heater is a significant investment in your Metro-East home. Learn how to find and prevent corrosion to keep it working at peak performance. Galvanic Corrosion When two different metals are in contact, an electrochemical process called galvanic corrosion can take place. In galvanic corrosion, one of the metals corrodes much faster than the…
Read MoreA Storage Tank Water Heater: Why It Works Best for Some Households
Tankless or “on demand” water heaters are growing in popularity in the U.S., though for many homes, the old standby, the storage tank water heater, remains the best choice. It offers a dependable and convenient source of hot water, and the new generation of storage water heaters is much more energy efficient than they ever where in…
Read MoreHot Water Not So Hot? Tips For Upping Your Water Heater’s Performance
Few inconveniences are more aggravating than running out of water in the middle of a shower, or constant strategizing to ensure that every appliance that needs hot water actually gets it. A sure way to avoid these types of situations is to improve the performance of your water heater. Fortunately, a variety of simple tips can…
Read MoreSizing Your New Water Heater
Homeowners don’t usually give much thought to hot water heaters until it’s time to repair them. Usually, people look for the number of gallons on the existing tank and go from there. However, there’s a more involved in sizing a new water heater than what you might think. Water-heating appliances take a lot of energy,…
Read MoreTankless Water Heaters: The Right Choice For Your Home?
Water heaters have been in use for at least 100 years, and the basic technology that makes them work is essentially the same that runs today’s standard water heaters. However, the same technology requires constant heating of the water to make sure it’s ready to use. This may be convenient but it still wastes a…
Read MoreTankless Water Heaters — How Many You Need Depends On 2 Key Factors
Tankless water heaters, also known as demand water heaters, heat water only when you need it. There’s no storage tank like a conventional water heater, thus no standby energy loss as unused water cools in the tank. Tankless heating can reduce water-heating costs by as much as 50 percent. Because the drawbacks of conventional tank…
Read MoreSelecting A Tankless Water Heater: Assessing Location, Size And Demand
Does your Metro-East home require a new water heater? Don’t overlook the potential benefits that a tankless water heater provides when exploring various systems. When you’re evaluating tankless systems, you’ll need to know how to assess location, size and demand, in order to select a water heater that will suit your needs. First of all, however, it’s…
Read MoreReduce Your Energy Costs Through Improved Hot Water Efficiency
Reducing the energy consumption in your home can pay big dividends on the amount you save on your utility bills, and this applies to hot water use as much as anything. Using hot water in your home more efficiently can save as much as 12 percent on your future energy bills. Essentially, there are four…
Read MoreWater Heater Insulation Reduces The Loss Of Heat Energy
Your home’s water heater is one of the most valuable pieces of equipment you have. It provides a vital resource to you and your family members. Because your hot water system is such a vital part of your home’s comfort, it is used often, and will account for a good portion of the amount you…
Read MoreButtoning Up Your Home For Cold Weather: 19 Tips
With winter on its way, here are some tips to help keep your home warm and energy efficient for when the cold weather arrives: Change Your Furnace Filter: If too much debris has collected, your heating system has to use more energy to push air through. Dress Warmer: This lets you lower your thermostat while…
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