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If you need a new water heater, our experts at Copper Pro Services can help by performing a capacity test to determine the right size, identifying a unit that meets or exceeds energy standards, and matching it to your budget.
Here are four key considerations:
Type: Tankless water heaters use burners to quickly heat water as it passes through a heat exchanger, eliminating the need for a storage tank. Traditional tank water heaters store and heat water in an insulated tank.
Capacity: Running out of hot water is a common concern. The most important capacity consideration is the “first-hour rating” (FHR), which measures how much hot water the heater can deliver in an hour of high usage.
Efficiency: The efficiency of a traditional tank storage water heater is indicated by its “energy factor” (EF). Gas water heaters typically have an EF between 0.50 and 0.60, with some high-efficiency models reaching around 0.80.
Cost: Often, the least expensive water heaters are the most expensive to operate. Look for a high-efficiency unit, which may cost a little more initially but will result in lower operating costs in the long run.
