Your water heater does more for your home and family than you probably realize. Though it sits in your home tucked away, your water heater helps you with a myriad of everyday tasks; from cooking food and cleaning dishes to taking showers and washing clothes.

When you consider just how much you rely on your water heater, it makes sense to invest in one that is going to provide you and your family with reliable hot water for years to come. That’s why at the start of every new year we encourage our customers to ask themselves if it’s time for a water heater upgrade.

Signs That It’s Time for a New Water Heater

Not sure if it’s time to upgrade your existing water heater? Here are a few telltale signs that you may benefit from a new, high efficiency water heater:
  • Water takes a long time to heat up
  • Only one person can use hot water at a time
  • Utility bills are unusually high
  • Rusty water is coming from your faucet
  • Water heater makes rumbling or banging sounds
  • Water is puddling around your water heater
  • Water heater needs frequent repairs

Because some of these symptoms could also be signs of a different problem in your plumbing system, it’s always best to consult a professional if you are unsure about the state of your water heater.

Tank or Heat Pump: Which Water Heater Is Right for You?

When it comes time to invest in a new water heater, the first decision you must make is whether to install a tank or heat pump water heater. Both offer unique advantages, and the type you choose will largely depend on what your needs are.

A tank water heater features a tank that stores and preheats 30 to 75 gallons of hot water. As hot water is used, the tank refills. When installing a tank water heater in your home, be sure to invest in an energy efficient model. Tank water heaters are especially popular because they have a lower upfront cost than tankless water heaters and are relatively simple to install and maintain.

You may have heard of heat pumps being used to heat and cool California homes. A heat pump water heater operates in the same way as regular heat pumps, moving existing heat rather than creating it. Heat pump water heaters operate two to three times more efficiently than traditional water heaters, and rely on electricity for energy rather than fossil fuels.

Upgrade to a New Water Heater with Greiner Heating, Air, and Electric

If you think it may be time for a new water heater, don’t hesitate to give us a call. We help homeowners find water heating solutions designed specifically for them. As experts in energy efficient water heating, we’ll create a solution that meets your needs while lowering your utility bills.

Heat your water more efficiently this year. Contact us to talk to a water heater expert!

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