Water Heater Tips in Bergen

Power consumption is an important part of the budget for most homes. And much of that energy consumption goes to water heating. 

Let's take a look at ways we can reduce the energy costs associated with water heating. Here are eight strategies you can use to get the job done.

Installing the water heater

Switch to one water heater tankless

The plumbers in Bergen also provide with tankless water heater.  Rather than heating water and storing it in a large tank, tankless heaters heat water when you need it with the use of gas burners or electric heaters. This gives tankless water heaters some advantages over tank-type heaters: they take up less space, last longer, and most importantly for us, they use less energy to provide hot water to your home.

You will need to balance these energy savings with the higher initial cost of a tankless heater. 

Upgrade to a new tank style water heater

If your current water heater is 10 or older, consider upgrading a new water heater. Not only will your existing model be nearing the end of its useful life, but newer water heaters are considerably more efficient than even the latest generation of home water heaters.

Water heater timer Installation

Why pay to heat water when you are not using it? A timer will turn off the heating elements of your tub water heater when not in use. You decide the schedule and set the timer according to the needs of your family. Many newer water heaters have built-in timers, but a qualified plumber can easily add one to the system.

Insulate the tank and pipes

Your water heater should only heat the water, not the garage or basement. But if your water heater and exposed pipes aren't well insulated, that's exactly what you'll do. Consider adding an insulated jacket or blanket to your water heater to keep the heat inside. And if you have stretches of exposed pipe coming out of the water heater, adding insulation will save you energy and money.

Install heat traps

If you have an older water heater, you may lose hot water through a process called convection, where heat escapes through the cold water inlet pipes. Although most newer water heaters have built-in heat traps, you can add them as needed. Consult a plumbing professional to have him assessed the system.

Update old appliances

When considering water heating, you need to think about more than just the energy required to produce and store hot water. How much hot water you use is also an important part of the equation. Accordingly, take a look at your current appliances. You may be able to create significant savings in your energy budget by upgrading these two appliances.

Plumbing emergencies happen when you least expect them. If a pipe bursts or your water heater starts leaking, don't hesitate to hire an experienced plumber to assist you. We offer  emergency plumbing services in the  area around the city 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The experienced plumbers can come to your residential or commercial location, assess your situation and carry out repairs as quickly as possible.