Many modern homes have a traditional water heater with an accompanying storage tank. It covers everything that needs heating, from showers and washing machines to dishwashers. However, this piece of equipment may not be large enough to keep up with high demands. Fortunately, there is another alternative available for homeowners, including a tankless water heater.

WM Buffington Company, Inc., your experts when it comes to providing HVAC installation services, talks about it in detail.

On-Demand Water Heating Device

Also known as an on-demand or instantaneous water heater, a tankless water heater provides hot water only when it is needed. Cold water flows through the device and is heated using heating elements within it. It doesn’t have a storage tank like a traditional water heater, which means there is no standby heat loss.

A tankless water heater can either be a point-of-use or a whole-house unit. The former refers to a small water heater dedicated to a specific purpose. A single unit only works on a shower or a sink faucet. The latter can handle the demand of more than one fixture. A single unit provides hot water for both the kitchen lavatory and the bathroom shower.

Selecting One for Your Home

HVAC contractors that offer plumbing services suggest taking note of certain considerations before getting a tankless water heater. First is the size. A water heater with the correct size should meet the household’s needs for hot water while ensuring its safe and efficient operation.

Second is energy efficiency. Homeowners would want to learn if the device can maximize energy and cost savings. Third is the cost. Before making the purchase, it is a good idea to make a rough calculation on the annual operating costs and compare them with other models that are not that energy-efficient.

WM Buffington Company, Inc., is your company to trust for your HVAC needs. Apart from this, we also offer new heating system installation, repairs, replacements, and maintenance, as well as other solutions that concern plumbing and insulation. Call (717) 609-4020 to get started. You may also fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment. We serve residents of Harrisburg, PA.