Common Terms and Phrases Used Regarding Hot Water Heaters

Can you imagine taking a cold shower first thing in the morning? How about washing your dishes with scalding hot water? Hot water heaters regulate your water temperature to make your day-to-day life more comfortable. This makes it such an essential equipment. As a matter of fact, it is a must in almost every household especially if you live in a country that experiences cold weather conditions. Whether you’re purchasing a new appliance or getting your current one repaired, it’s very important to have an overall understanding of the common terms and phrases used regarding hot water heaters. Being aware of this helps you make the right decision. Not only will it help you save time and effort but money as well in the long run. You’ll know which type of heater is right for your personal needs and your budget. If you’re not accustomed to the common terms and phrases used regarding hot water heaters, don’t worry. It’s really not that complicated. Here they are:

• Water heating – This is the process to heat water for domestic use such as bathing, washing dishes, cooking food and space heating.
• Hot water heaters – These are appliances that provide a constant source of hot water. They could be plugged in the water supply system or have to be manually filled. Also, there are three types: solar water heaters, storage tank water heaters and tankless water heaters.
• Solar water heaters – Using the sun’s energy to heat water, this type of heater is one of the most popular choice for consumers because it’s more cost effective compared to other types of heaters. It uses large panels to store the energy from the sun to heat water either for homes or office spaces.
• Storage tank water heaters – This type of water heater stores water in a tank and heats it up for use. There are three types of water heaters, namely: gas water heaters, electric water heaters, oil water heaters. Gas water heaters are more efficient in cost because it uses natural gas to heat water. The most popular for most homes today is the electric heaters. Its ease of use and maintenance justifies the initial financial investment. The last type is the oil heater which is not as widely used as it was back in the day.
• Tankless water heater – Unlike conventional heaters, the tankless water heater doesn’t have a storage tank. It only heats water on demand making it more efficient for specific uses.

There you have it, the most common terms and phrases used regarding hot water heaters. Learning them well will help you make an informed decision while purchasing a Hot Water Heater.

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