Tankless water heaters are capable of providing an instant, endless supply of hot water. Because these systems function on an on-demand basis, they don't require a holding tank to store pre-warmed water. No storage or holding reserve means that tankless water heaters have a life span that's twice as long as traditional systems because of the risk of rust and corrosion is significantly lowered.
In a gas unit, a gas burner is utilized to heat the water. Gas-powered systems are fuelled by propane or natural gas. To operate one of these units, you'll need a gas line running through your home to where the water heater will be installed. It can easily provide endless hot water for one major application at a time. This unit is a great replacement for the traditional 40-gallon storage tank water heater.
Electric units heat the water as it passes over an electrical element. To run an electric tankless water heater, you will need to have it hardwired to your circuit breaker/electrical panel. Although electric tankless water heaters are less expensive to purchase and operate, they typically have less capacity, which makes them less practical for large families or households that consume large amounts of hot water at one time.
