As much as 30% of a home's energy budget is spent on heating water. Could switching to a tankless water heater cut that expenditure? According to this article on bobvila.com called "Tankless Hot Water Heaters: Should I or Shouldn’t I?", tankless water heaters can be an estimated 24% to 34% more efficient than normal water heaters. You'll have to count the cost, though. Although there will be … [Read more...]
Water Heater Maintenance
It's quite expensive to replace a water heater. So how can you keep the one you have now maintained and working efficiently as long as possible? According to thisoldhouse.com there are 6 easy and inexpensive steps you can take, which they outline in an article called "How to Maintain A Water Heater". The steps described include: Test the TPR valve and replace if necessary. Check the anode … [Read more...]