{"id":466,"date":"2019-09-02T11:00:03","date_gmt":"2019-09-02T15:00:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dehartinc.com\/blog\/?p=466"},"modified":"2025-10-31T09:30:48","modified_gmt":"2025-10-31T16:30:48","slug":"to-tank-or-not-to-tank-that-is-the-question","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dehartinc.com\/blog\/plumbing-service\/to-tank-or-not-to-tank-that-is-the-question\/","title":{"rendered":"To Tank or Not to Tank, That Is the Question"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dehartinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/running-water-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"running-water\" class=\"wp-image-771\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dehartinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/running-water-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dehartinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/running-water-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dehartinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/running-water-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.dehartinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/running-water.jpg 1264w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A water heater can be a pretty costly investment and one\nthat you have to live with for the next decade or more. So when it\u2019s time to\nbuy one for your home or replace the old one, you must consider all the factors\nto make sure you make the right choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019ve put together this quick guide for you to examine the\npros and cons of tankless and traditional water heaters to help you make an\ninformed purchase decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is a Tankless Water Heater?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tankless water heaters are advanced options that use\nhigh-powered burners to rapidly heat water as it runs through a heat exchanger.\nThey deliver hot water directly to your faucets and fixtures without storing it\nin a tank first. Tankless water heaters are typically powered with gas or\nelectricity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Saves\nyou money in the long run.<\/li><li>Longer\nlifespan than storage tank water heaters, typically double.<\/li><li>The\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.consumerreports.org\/cro\/water-heaters\/buying-guide\/index.htm\">Consumer\nReports<\/a> suggest that these water heaters are 22 percent more energy\nefficient on average than their gas-power counterparts.<\/li><li>Takes\nlesser space than storage tank water heater.<\/li><li>You\ncan have constant supply of hot water as they deliver 2-3 gallons of hot water\nper minute.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cons<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Higher\npurchase and installation cost than storage tank water heaters.<\/li><li>If\nmultiple faucets and fixtures are using hot water simultaneously, a tankless\nwater heater often fail to keep up with the demand. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is a Tank Storage Water Heater?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A tank storage water heater is a traditional water heater\nwith an insulated tank. The tank has the capacity to hold 30-50 gallons of\nwater, which it heats and stores until it\u2019s needed. Storage-tank water heaters\nare also powered with natural gas or electricity.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Storage\ntank water heaters have lower purchased cost than tankless ones.<\/li><li>Since\nthese water heaters operate simpler than tankless varieties, they use 50% less\nenergy.<\/li><li>Due\nto simpler operation, the maintenance and repairs\u2019 cost is also lower.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cons<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>With\nelectric storage tank water heaters, you have to expect higher utility bills.<\/li><li>Occupy\nmore space than tankless water heaters.<\/li><li>If\nyou are the last one in the family to take a shower, you are likely to have a\nchilly experience.<\/li><li>These\ntypes have a shorter lifespan and need replacement sooner than tankless water\nheaters.<\/li><li>You\nhave to wait 15-20 minutes for your water to become hot.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bottom Line<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite greater efficiency, replacing a tank water heater\nwith a tankless can be expensive. However, if you can afford a tankless water\nheater, you can save more money over the long haul.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that you know the pros and cons of both the options, it is easier to determine which is a better option for your needs. Call us today to help you decide the type, size, and brands you can consider. We are a licensed <a href=\"\/service-areas\/tracy-ca-hvac\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"plumber in Tracy (opens in a new tab)\">plumber in Tracy<\/a> for installation and repair of all types of water heaters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-align:center\"><strong><a href=\"\/contact\/schedule-service\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Schedule Service with DeHart Plumbing Heating &amp; Air Inc. Today!  (opens in a new tab)\">Schedule Service with DeHart Plumbing Heating &amp; Air Inc. 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