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Are Tankless Waterheaters Ready for Prime Time?

They’re definitely picking up steam. Tankless water heaters, which instantly heat water but only when you need it, eliminate the energy use that comes from keeping water warm in a tank. According to Rinnai, a leading maker of tankless systems, you can achieve 40 percent energy savings, around $270.00 a year, over an electric tank. Plus they last longer than conventional units and require less maintenance. (lower risk of leaks) Tankless units are included in the new Energy Star water heater program, so energystar.gov is a good place to start your search for the most energy efficient ones. They aren’t cheap (plan on spending 2 or 3 times as much as for a standard water heater), but you might qualify for a federal tax credit. (see ase.org for details). For an estimate on installation, call Andy’s Home and Business Repair. Or google plumber in St. Louis, or Handyman in St. Louis. We make YOUR space a better place! (And greener too!)