NATURAL GAS WATER HEATER
Next to the heating and cooling system, the water heater is the largest energy user in your home. That's why nearly 9 out of 10 homeowners, who have a choice, choose natural gas water heaters.
Efficiency:
Depending on local rates, natural gas water heaters typically have an operating cost half that of other energy sources and can make more hot water faster than electric units. Most natural gas hot water tanks have an Average Appliance Life of 10-17 years.
Features:
Gas water heaters are available in a variety of sizes (from 20 to 100 gallons) and shapes to fit most installations.
Examples:
- Table top/ Low boy are free standing units installed between or behind base cabinets. They have a 20 and 30 gallon capacity and stand between 34" and 36" high.
- Side venting units allow for installation in ordinarily hard to reach places.
- Combination (combo) units provide hot water and heat for the home. One model can even be installed outdoors.
- Wall mounted units provide instantaneous hot water. Water is heated as it passes through the heating coil inside the unit on its way to the faucet. This means that the unit turns on as water is being drawn and shuts off when the faucet is turned off.
Maintenance Tip:
Because sediment from the water can collect in the bottom of the water heater, drain about a bucket full of water through the faucet at the bottom of the tank once a month.
Combination Space Water Heating Systems are available.
Utilize a water heater as a single energy source to heat the home and at the same time provide hot water. These systems are designed primarily as forced air systems but can be used with new hydronic baseboard installations.
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