Learn all about hot water heaters -- gas, electric, tankless, indirect, solar-powered -- from Winters Plumbing & Heating in this Howcast video series.
Although this can mean big energy savings, a tankless system can initially cost up to three times as much as a standard water heater setup. Multiple water heaters will also likely be required to effectively provide hot water for multiple bathrooms and appliances. On the other hand, energy savin...
Turn down the thermostat on your water heater Insulate your water heater with the first six feet of hot and cold water pipes. If you’re looking to replace your water heater, consider the type of water heater and the fuel it will use. Tankless water heaters are energy efficient, but they...
Water heaters: how old is too old?CHANTAL M. LOVELL
Solar water heaters tend to be much more expensive than traditional water heaters. However, you’ll start saving on energy costs immediately. As Lisa Purvins, CFO and vice president of Pro-Tech Heating & Cooling, puts it, “Once you have solar hot water installed, it doesn’t cost anything...
When choosing an air to water heat pump, price is naturally the concern of many consumers. How much is an air source heat pump? What are their advantages? To address the questions, let's have a detailed understanding.
Turn down the thermostat on your water heater Insulate your water heater with the first six feet of hot and cold water pipes. If you’re looking to replace your water heater, consider the type of water heater and the fuel it will use. Tankless water heaters are energy efficient, but they...
A water heater is an important application for your home, providing the basic necessity of hot water. However, it may require a lot of space for it to be housed…. How Much Propane Does a Tankless Water Heater Use Tankless water heaters are the best because they are energy efficient, but...
Large tanks of water freeze into ice at night, when energy demands are lower. The next day, a system much like a conventional air conditioner pumps the cool air from the ice into the building. Ice cooling saves money, cuts pollution, eases the strain on the power grid and can be used ...
depends on how much hot water you use. The efficiency of your water heater, and the price of natural gas and electricity in your area. While a 60% cost savings is certainly possible, conversion savings in the 30% to 50% range are more likely due to relatively low electric rates in our...