Buying a New Hot Water Unit? Check Out These New Home Heating Technologies
Are you in the market for a new hot water unit? If so, you're probably looking for something that's energy-efficient and reliable. Gone are the days when homes relied on traditional tank heaters for their heating needs. Today, there are new units such as tankless water heaters, which ensure a constant supply of hot water in the home. However, this isn't all there is to home heating.
Before you make a purchase, check out these other heating technologies, which may boost the efficiency and convenience of your hot water system!
Hybrid Heating Technology
Hybrid heaters, also known as heat pump water heaters, are a combination of tank and tankless systems. They are great options for homes that previously used a traditional hot water system but would like to upgrade to a more energy-efficient option. A hybrid water heater does not use gas or electricity to heat the water directly. Instead, it uses the energy to power components that draw ambient heat from the surroundings and heat the water.
This technology varies from one water heater manufacturer to another. However, the concept is that the hot water system supplies a constant supply of hot water as would a tankless heater while still holding some hot water in a tank at all times. These systems are incredibly efficient and will save you a lot of money on heating. What's more, they last longer than conventional water heaters.
Under-Sink Kitchen Heaters
Are you tired of leaving the kitchen faucet running for minutes so that you can get hot water for washing dishes? If so, you can stop relying on the central heater and install an under-sink kitchen heater. These are compact hot water units that are installed under the kitchen sink to supply hot water on the go.
You can choose a tank (smaller than regular tank systems) or a tankless model. In addition to the kitchen, you can install this heater in your bathroom or anywhere else you need instant, on-demand hot water. These units are great if you have the traditional tanked heater and don't want to invest in a new whole-home heating system.
Smart, Tankless Heating Technology
There's so much more your tankless hot water system can do beyond providing instant hot water. Smart units can generate even more energy savings by regulating the consumption of hot water in the home. Some units have multiple digital functions such as "vacation mode" that turns off the hot water when you're away on vacation. You can also connect the heater to your smartphone to control usage and temperature and monitor energy consumption.
You can take advantage of these technologies to improve the energy efficiency, lifespan and performance of your hot water units. Remember to talk to a plumber for the installation of your new unit.