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5 Things to Avoid When Selecting a Water Heater

1. Not Aware of the Available Options: When purchasing a water heater for your home or commercialized business it is absolutely essential to be aware of the options available to you. Water heater repairs can be stressful enough, let alone water heater installations. Make sure as a consumer you are doing your due diligence to research different water heater make and models that are efficient and cater to your needs. It is easy to make the wrong choice in a hasty manner, however it is important to vet the proper professionals and consider all of the options to make a well informed decision on the ideal water heater best fit for your needs. Here are five main water heaters to consider when exploring water heater installation Denver: 
 
• Conventional Storage Tank
• Tankless Water Heater (also known as On-Demand water heater)
• Hybrid Water Heater (also known as heat pump water heater)
• Solar Powered
• Condensing Water Heater
 
2. Buying the Wrong Size for your Needs: One thing to be mindful of when exploring the different water heater options is to evaluate the size of the unit you need based on your water heater needs. Often times, people tend to underestimate their hot water needs or simply don’t take into consideration the peak hour demands for hot water within their homes. These are important factors to consider prior to purchasing a water heater. Aside from the obvious inconvenience the wrong sized water heater unit can cause, it can also become more costly as this can cause a higher increase in frequent water heater replacement Denver. If you are unsure of what size of unit you need in your home or commercial building, don’t wait a moment longer and give us a call. We have a team of professionals who can help assist you in making the best decision based on your needs and the proper price point. 
 
3. Basing your Decision off of Price: While finding the right price point for your wallet is an important component to consider when ordering a new water heater, it should not be the sole component. In doing this, it is very likely to find the ideal price point that falls short of meeting your household’s needs. It is crucial to evaluate other key factors such as: fuel type, water heater type, energy efficiency, size and life expectancy of the unit. Water heater installations can be pricey in general; so making an informed decision that offers an affordable solution is key for ideal optimization and efficiency. 
 
4. Not Consulting a Professional: When making an important decision such as finding the right water heater for your family’s needs, playing a guessing game on the best unit can be exhausting, not to mention time consuming. While water heater repairs, water heater installations, let along water heater maintenance in general can be expensive, the last thing a homeowner should have to spend extra money on is paying for the wrong unit. Rather than taking a gander on what looks the nicest or is most affordable, it is best to consult with an experienced professional who understands not only the options available but what will best meet your hot water needs. Give our team a call today at Todd’s Water Heater as our experienced staff of experts can guide you on the important factors to consider when making your final decision. a
 
5. Not Considering Energy Efficiency: As obvious as it may be, it is important to consider how much energy it takes to power, maintain and operate your water heater. Energy efficiency is becoming more essential each and every day as this impacts not just your family or your home, but also your wallet. In failing to consider the energy efficiency when selecting the water heater that will be installed in your home, this can lead to an increase in energy costs. To minimize these escalated costs and reduce your energy bills, we highly recommend considering energy efficient units. For more information on energy efficient units, give Todd’s Water Heater Repair a call today!