Choosing the Best Water Heater
Hot water heaters are the unseen matriarchs of in home comfort. When was the last time you thought about your water heater? Most people don’t consider that big ugly tank hidden in a closet when they take a hot shower or run the dishwasher. At least not until it stops working and fogging up the bathroom mirror becomes an enviable flashback. Or perhaps, you are looking to equip a new home with all the fundamentals. Whatever the case may be, choosing the best water heater for your home is an essential task for your comfort.
There are many things to consider when selecting the best water heater for your dwelling. You will be surprised to learn how many different options, brands and features there are. Purchasing the best water heater is almost like buying a new car. This is why it’s smart to enlist the help of an expert. Here at American Plumbing, we have an experienced team of qualified plumbing professionals. Additionally, we offer a plumbing superstore that offers a large selection of parts, tools, and equipment from top-quality brands.
Here are the Top 5 things to consider:
- Brand – this is probably the first thing most homeowners think about when setting out to purchase a new home utility appliance. You are going to want an established brand that is well known with a trusted reputation. American Plumbing carries a variety of brands to choose from including Kohler, Rheem, Delta, American Standard, Moen, Crane and many more.
- Capacity – here we have one of the most important aspects to think about when selecting the best water heater for your usage. The capacity should be determined on your peak-time hot water usage. You will need enough capacity to ensure that everyone at home is able to take a hot shower, wash a load of laundry, and run the dishwasher without a cold interruption. In some cases, more than one water heater is needed for larger homes with higher usage.
- Type – there are several kinds of hot water heaters available now, thanks to many advancements in technology. Selecting the best water heater type should be determined based on your hot water usage and how you are heating the water (electricity, gas, oil). From there, you want to look at the difference between a storage tank water heater, tankless water heater, heat pump water heater, condensing water heater and solar water heater.
- Features – each water heater has a slew of features that can make or break your decision. Warranty, being one of the more major concerns for many consumers is just one feature to consider. Furthermore, you may need to look into features such as anti-scale devices, brass or plastic drain valves, glass-lined tanks, and digital displays. These are mainly based on personal preference, however an expert here at American Plumbing can assist you in making a knowledgeable choice.
- Installation – the biggest part of your project will be the accurate and successful installation of the best water heater for your home. Regardless if you are installing a new unit or replacing a broken one, we have a team of qualified professionals ready to help you complete your project properly.
If you find yourself facing a situation where you need to replace or purchase a new water heater, American Plumbing can help you through the entire process. Give us a call at 954-584-7733 or come check us out in person! We are located at 4361 West Sunrise Blvd, Plantation, FL 33313.