Water heaters are an important part of your Sonoma County home. Not only do they provide warm water for showers, but also for cleaning and cooking.
There are two main types of water heaters: gas and electric. Both of these have their own benefits, such as being energy efficient or having an impressive flow rate. This article will explore more behind these two tank options and which one might be right to use in your home. If you’re interested in a tankless water heater, be sure to check out this blog post from earlier this year.
Where are Water Heaters Located?
Because of their large size, water heaters are usually put in out-of-the-way places, like garages, closets, or crawl spaces. While it might not seem like it, their position in the home will affect how well they heat water. For instance, the heater should be located near hot water sources, like faucets, so that it can quickly supply water.
What is a Gas Water Heater?
A gas water heater uses a gas burner to heat water. It does this with the help of convection physics which encourages heat to rise so it warms the cold water sitting inside it. As it warms the water, the heated portion will be transported and stored in a separate portion of the tank for future usage.
What is an Electric Water Heater?
An electric water heater uses warming rods inside it to heat water. When ignited, the rods will quickly heat up and send out signals to the water so transfers the heat to it. Once enough water has been heated by the rods, it will be emitted through its heat-out pipe.
Which One Should I Use?
If you want something energy-efficient, an electric water heater is ideal. It uses less energy to warm up water which means your electric bill will be much lower. However, electric water heaters can be somewhat pricey to install.
On the other hand, a gas water heater is much more affordable and is able to heat water a bit faster than an electric water heater. It also has a much better flow rate compared to electric water heaters because it will consistently heat up the liquid.
Gas and electric water heaters are important to use in the home for a variety of reasons. While they both operate in different ways, they come with a handful of great benefits. If you’re interested in having one installed in your home, consider calling Redwood Sewer & Drain. Our professionals will quickly put one in your living space to help ensure you get plenty of hot water.