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Better Living Through Natural Gas
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Natural Gas Water Heaters
Water heating is the second largest use of energy in your home.. If you are using an electric, oil or propane water heater, consider switching to natural gas - natural gas water heaters generally cost less to operate.
Buying a Gas Water Heater
If you're planning to purchase a water heater, follow these buying tips:
- Ask your dealer for the water heater's "first hour rating," which tells you how much hot water the heater will supply during your "peak demand" (in the morning, for example, when most family members use the shower).
- For the greatest efficiency, find a tank size that fits your hot water needs.
- Know the two types of venting systems for water heaters:
- Conventional venting uses a vertical passage to take flue gases from your water heater to outside your home, usually through a chimney or existing vent.
- Horizontal venting goes directly from the water heater through your wall. It usually gives you more tank-placement options.
Renting a Gas Water Heater
If you want to rent a gas water heater and already have a rental tank, please contact your current service provider.
Tankless Water Heaters
Tankless water heaters are capable of providing an endless supply of hot water. Installing a natural gas tankless water heating system in your home comes with many benefits:
- All the hot water you need, on demand.
- More energy efficient than a traditional natural gas water heater, and much more efficient than an electric one.
- Energy is not wasted when there is no demand for hot water.
- Compact, environmentally-friendly designs available that come with a 20-year life expectancy
