1.00How do I make it so my electric water heater heats the water in my new house?
Q.We just moved into our home, and it is not brand new, so we know this heater has worked in the past. Do electric heaters have pilot lights? I can hear some activity when the water is running upstairs, but no heating occurs.
A.Make sure the breakers on the main electrical panel are turned on. There is also an overload/reset breaker on most water heaters. Remove the cover and reset this as well. If it still doesn't heat, the electric coil or coils are probably defective. These can be purchased for about $20-$25 each at Home Depot. Some water heaters only have one - some have two. Good luck.
1.00Electric Tankless Water Heaters - are they energy efficient?
Q.I was told that the electric variety of tankless water heaters suck up a lot more juice than their propane/nat gas counterparts. The reason I am considering electric is that I don't want an extensive installation - I just want to replace my old electric tank heater with a wall-mounted tankless one. Is it worth it?
A.Consider that an electric on demand heater will only draw current when in use. A regular water heater has to heat the water and then maintain that temperature. Yes, it's more efficient. The drawbacks to a tankless heater would be that you may not get as much hot water as fast as you want it. I have been looking into these lately myself. I have decided to go with gas because I want to be "off-grid" , however I suggest that you carefully consider your requirements for an electric heater and make sure that you get one that is powerful enough to fulfill your needs. I hate it when the shower won't get quite as hot as I like it. You must consider your climate and your water source. Some of these heaters will only heat water 50 degrees. That means that if your water is 32, after heating will only be 82. Not hot enough for a hot bath. I would get one if I were you, but I would get a good one.
Don't get some cheap crap.
1.00What regulations/laws must be complied with in the design of an electric water heater?
Q.Just wondering...I have seen so many electric water heaters on the market and I just want to know if they are safe with the excessive amount of power that is used to heat the water.
What regulations/laws etc must be complied with in the design of an electric water heater?
A.Of course they are safe, however electric water heaters are not so efficient. Get a natural gas/propane thankless water heater.
They use about 3000+ watts i think and are 220 VAC.
I don't know the regulations that go into making one though.
1.00Does anyone know of an electric water heater that will qualify for the federal tax credit?
Q.I need to buy a new water heater and it has to be electric. The way I am reading the requirements to be eligible for a tax credit, the electric water heater has to have an Energy Factor of 2.0 or greater. I'm not finding any electric water heaters with an Energy Factor above 0.98 though. Any specific brands and model numbers of a qualifying electric water heater will be greatly appreciated.
I appreciate the answers. Thanks for your help.
A.I couldn't find any, either. Nor could I find any tankless water heaters that are energy star compliant, so there goes that theory. If you can't meet the federal requirement, check with your municipality and state. Many have rebate programs of their own that will gain you real dollars instead of a tax credit.
1.00Will I save money on my gas/electric bill if I swap my electric water heater with a gas water heater?
Q.My electric water heater is on it's way out, and I'm wondering if it is more efficient to replace it with a gas water heater than electric water heater. I looked into real time water heaters but for what they cost, I'd have to live in my house 22 years to get the savings, which isn't worth it.
A.Gas is generally a bargain compared to electric water heating. You can find out for certain by getting in touch with your elec co and gas co and asking them how much elec and gas is, then do some guesstimating to decide which is better.
1.00Do electric, tankless water heaters save money on electric bills?
Q.We need a new water heater and are very torn between a tank, a tankless gas, and a tankless electric. We're leaning towards the electric. Any advice?
A.Gas would save money over electric anyday but either way, electric or gas , i would go for the tankless.
the tankless only heats water when needed, not all day and night like the conventional hot water tank so the savings are tremendous right from the start.
you may have to upgrade electric to accomodate the requirements of a tankless unit. contact pro
1.00Tankless vs converntional water heater, gas or electric?
Q.I have an electric water heater that is due for replacement. My range, and central heat is gas. There is no gas line piped to the location of the water heater.
I am considering a tankless water heater. I am considering electric, because the house is already wired for it. If I go with gas, then I will have to run a pipe to it. What do you think?
What do you think of hybrid (gas/electric) water heaters?
Is a tankless water heater really better than a conventional water heater with a timer attached?
A.Stick with wut works.replace the electric heater.
1.00Should I replace my electric water heater with a gas one?
Q.My electric water heater is only a couple years old, but I hear that gas heaters heat the water faster and cheaper. Are the potential savings significant enough to justify replacing a fairly new electric model?
A.In the long run, you will save money by switching.
Perhaps you can sell your fairly newer electric water heater and cut your initial loss somewhat.
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More homeowners in America use electric hot water heaters than any other model. This is because electric water heaters are seen as less expensive and safer than gas models. The cost of purchasing an electric water heater is much lesser than a gas covered model. Installation costs are also cheaper because of the relative simplicity of installing an electric model. However, bear in mind that while installing an electric tankless water heater, you may need to reconfigure the electric wiring of your home.
Electric water heaters are lower on energy efficiency than other heating technologies. If you don't want to switch to gas, consider buying a newer electric water heater that meets increased federal energy efficiency standards. Also, gas may be considered a cheaper fuel source, but is subject to greater price fluctuations and supply differences than electricity. Electric power is usually uniformly available across various areas in the country. If you want to increase the energy efficiency of your electric hot water heater, install a timer that lets you know when the water is hot enough to use. An insulation jacket covering your tank costs only $10, but increases energy efficiency significantly.
Electric hot water heaters tend to get a bad rep because of their comparatively low energy efficiency. However, newer models are required to meet newer and tougher federal energy rules that require an increase in energy efficiency of up to 5% for electric models. You can also install devices like timers, and use insulation jackets to increase the efficiency of your electric water heater. Brands like Bosch electric water heater and Bradford White electric water heater are regarded as some of the best electric water heaters out there. If you are looking for electric water heater companies in the Jacksonville area, just fill out the form, and we'll match you with licensed and insured electric water heater companies in and around the Jacksonville area.
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More homeowners in America use electric hot water heaters than any other model. This is because electric water heaters are seen as less expensive and safer than gas models. The cost of purchasing an electric water heater is much lesser than a gas covered model. Installation costs are also cheaper because of the relative simplicity of installing an electric model. However, bear in mind that while installing an electric tankless water heater, you may need to reconfigure the electric wiring of your home.
Electric water heaters are lower on energy efficiency than other heating technologies. If you don't want to switch to gas, consider buying a newer electric water heater that meets increased federal energy efficiency standards. Also, gas may be considered a cheaper fuel source, but is subject to greater price fluctuations and supply differences than electricity. Electric power is usually uniformly available across various areas in the country. If you want to increase the energy efficiency of your electric hot water heater, install a timer that lets you know when the water is hot enough to use. An insulation jacket covering your tank costs only $10, but increases energy efficiency significantly.