Most homeowners in Dunwoody and Marietta may not yet know about Rheem tankless water heaters. Traditionally, only one option existed for water heater replacements: the traditional storage tank system. Thanks to innovative technology, you’ve got options now. Namely, a Rheem tankless water heater takes high water-heating costs out of the equation and puts more savings in your hands — without sacrificing your household’s hot water supply.
Rheem Shines Brightly
Why Rheem tankless water heaters? Rheem is an established heating, cooling, and water heater manufacturer, and the company has been producing water heaters since the early 1930s. In fact, it was one of the first companies to manufacture a water heater.
Homeowners can trust the technology, expertise ,and knowledge that Rheem dealers provide and that the products deliver.
Benefits of Tankless Water Heaters
Here are a few reasons why you should choose a tankless water heater:
- Instead of storing a tank-full of water over the course of the day, which wastes energy, tankless units heat water “on demand.”
- Tankless systems are compact; they can fit nearly anywhere, even under a sink or in a closet.
- Right-sized tankless units give you control over outgoing water temperature.
- Tankless systems offer instant access to hot water that never runs out. Have you ever had a house full of people, all trying to shower or bathe before an event? When too many people are using hot water, a storage-tank unit eventually runs out. With a tankless system, you’ll never have that problem.
Gas or Electric?
Rheem tankless water heaters are available in three general types:
- High-efficiency condensing gas units
- Mid-efficiency gas units
- Lower-efficiency gas units
Rheem also offers a full line of electric units at various efficiency ratings. Gas units generally offer greater energy savings and comfort, since they can deliver higher flow rates and gas rates are generally lower than electric rates in the Dunwoody and Marietta areas.
Must-Have Features to Look For
If you’re shopping for a new water heater, look for features like these, which Rheem includes in its tankless water heaters:
- “Smart” controls that regulate energy consumption to promote optimal operating efficiency and safety
- Gas systems that reach an industry-high flow rate of 0.40 gallons per minute
- A digital display that offers instantaneous viewing of water temperature
- Direct venting that ensures safety, with combustion gases released through a sealed compartment
- Remote controls
- Protection against freezing in temperatures as low as -30 degrees
- Indoor and outdoor models
- Warranty coverage for the heat exchanger as long as 12 years; parts and labor included for 5 years and 1 year, respectively (gas systems only).
Look for the Star!
In addition, a Rheem tankless water heater is Energy Star-qualified. Choosing a product that meets Energy Star standards generally means the system uses about 20 percent less energy than its standard counterpart.
If you’re interested in learning more about tankless water heaters, or you’d like to run the numbers and compare initial cost to energy savings over the system’s life span, just give the experts at Reliable Heating and Air a call today!
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