TANKLESS WATER HEATERS: HOT SAVINGS FOR HOME BUYERS

How Tankless Works

Tankless water heaters only heat water when it is needed. When a water source is opened, the tankless model senses the demand for hot water flow and starts the heating process. The water flows through a heat exchanger and is heated to the designated temperature set by the user. When the water source tap is closed, the heater automatically shuts off until hot water is demanded again.

Tankless heaters range in price from $200 to $1,000 depending on size and speed. Installation costs can add $300 to $1,500 to the price.

How Tankless Saves Money

• Tankless water heaters reduce standby energy loss, saving consumers an average of 15-20 percent over a standard storage water heater.
• Most tankless water heaters provide 2 to 3 gallons per minute of hot water.
• Because tankless models are less subject to corrosion, the expected life span of a tankless water heater is 20 years, twice as long as most storage water heaters.

Selecting a Tankless Hot Water Heater

Take a look at some of these links to see how you would go about selecting one that’s right for you.

A.O. Smith
BBT North America
Bradford White
Noritz
Paloma
Rheem
Rinnai
Takagi

Note: PERC provides this list only as a convenience and it may not be exhaustive of all equipment suppliers. If equipment suppliers would like to be added to the list, please contact Tracy Burleson at 202-452-8975.