What’s more disappointing than anticipating a nice, hot shower head, turning on the faucet – and having icy cold water come out?
Say goodbye to cold showers and baths. The conventional and tankless water heater experts at A1 Affordable Plumbing will keep your hot water flowing. Our plumbers have been installing gas and electric tankless water heaters in the Sacramento area for more than a decade. We can assist you in choosing the right water heater for you and your home, install it quickly so you won’t be without hot water, and service it as the need requires.
Need a water heater in a hurry anywhere is the Sacramento valley? Call A1 Affordable Plumbing at (916) 488-SAVE. You’ll be delighted with how fast our plumbers can get your hot water running again with minimal disruptions. We’ll respond quickly anywhere in the Sacramento metropolitan area, disconnect your old water heater, install the new water heater, secure it within code for safety, and haul away the old water heater as well.
What to Consider When Buying a Conventional or Tankless Water Heater
Despite appearances, not all water heaters are created equally. Consider these factors when choosing a conventional or tankless water heater:
- Energy Cost –When purchasing a water heater, whether tankless or conventional, you must not only consider the price of the water heater itself, but how much it will cost to operate. Some models run more efficiently than others and are less expensive in the long run.
- Energy Source – There are several ways to power a water heater, both tankless and conventional, all of which affect the size, cost, and energy consumption. Electricity and gas are the most common methods, although there are models that are solar-powered or use your home’s heating system.
- Size and water usage –In Sacramento and throughout California, water conservation is an ever present topic. A large family requires more hot water than a couple, or single person. Take into account how much hot water is used in a typical month when choosing a conventional or tankless unit.
GUIDE TO TANKLESS WATER HEATER MAINTENANCE IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY
Why Choose a Tankless Water Heater?
One type of water heater is referred to as tankless because it does not store water in a tank. Instead, it consists of an internal burner that instantly heats water as it is used in the home or building. Plumbing companies in Sacramento are increasingly being asked to install these “on demand” tankless water heaters, for several reasons:
- Never-ending hot water with a tankless unit – Because water is heated as it used, there is never a shortage. That’s good news if you have a large family or use a lot of hot water at particular times during the day. Imagine being able to draw a hot bath even while other family members are showering.
- Tankless units save space – Tankless water heaters are relatively compact and can be mounted on a wall, indoors or outdoors. Conventional water heaters often require a separate cabinet or closet space.
- Tankless units are energy efficient – Because tankless water heaters have no pilot light and do not re-heat water, they use less energy than either a gas or electric-powered conventional water heater. The heating bill can be half that of a conventional water heater.
- Tankless units are durable –Tankless water heaters can last up to 20 years. Conventional water heaters need replacing after 10 to 12 years. Add to the equation relatively little need for maintenance, and tankless water heaters prove to be a good value.
