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tankless water heater Replacement in Stockton
Tankless water heaters are space-savers, taking up significantly less room than traditional models. They can be conveniently installed in various locations like attics, on exterior walls, or even inside closets.
These tankless units also offer long-term cost and energy efficiency benefits. More importantly, you’ll never have to worry about running out of hot water. If you’ve ever found yourself shouting, “Who used up all the hot water?” while shampoo suds drip down your head, you’ve experienced the limitations of a traditional storage-tank water heater. These conventional units provide a limited amount of hot water (just what’s in the tank). On the other hand, tankless water heaters heat water on demand, ensuring that you and your household have an endless supply. However, it’s worth noting that tankless heaters require a higher gas supply, typically around 180,000 BTUs compared to the 40,000 BTUs needed for traditional water heaters. This often necessitates installing a dedicated gas line from the meter to the new unit.
Additionally, during the installation process, our technicians will add a new GFI plug next to the unit to power it. Since a tankless water heater doesn’t have to maintain a full tank of hot water throughout the day and night, it helps reduce long-term gas or electric bills. The benefits? A continuous supply of hot water with minimal energy waste.
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traditional storage tank water heaters
Traditional water heaters have their benefits. Namely, the water heater itself is less expensive.
A traditional storage tank water heater keeps a full tank of hot water ready at all times. When swapping out an old storage tank water heater for a similar new model, the process typically requires fewer adjustments and code modifications, making the installation costs more affordable.
We choose Bradford White water heaters because they are American-made and usually come with a 10-year manufacturer warranty. From our experience, Bradford White addresses the occasional product issue quickly and efficiently.
Heat Pump water heaters
Our water heater replacement Stockton team can help you determine if a heat pump water heater is the best choice for your home.
Ideal candidates for a heat pump system are homes with solar panels or those already using a standard electric water heater that needs an upgrade. These modern, energy-efficient heat pump units offer reliable hot water while helping to reduce utility bills.
To promote energy savings, SMUD is providing rebates of up to $3,000 for installing an energy-efficient heat pump for heating and cooling. You can learn more about these rebates on Smud’s website.
One important factor to consider with a heat pump is its placement. Since this technology extracts heat from the surrounding air, it must be installed in an area with adequate airflow. This means it needs at least 1,000 cubic feet of air space, which is roughly 12’x12’x7’. While a garage is a suitable location, a utility closet would not provide sufficient space. Additionally, if you currently have an electric water heater, you likely already have a dedicated 220-volt/40-amp circuit. If not, installing one would be necessary, and the associated wiring costs could make the project more expensive.
