According
to Natural Resources Canada, Canadians use an average of 75 litres
daily for household tasks, like washing dishes and doing laundry, and
showering and bathing. Simply put, water heaters are invaluable
household devices. If your existing water heater is on its last legs
and you’re considering getting a new one, take a look at your
options below:
Storage
tank water heaters
As
its name suggests, this type of water heating device consists of a
tank that can usually hold as much as 380 litres, which is enough for
one-day consumption in an average-size Canadian household (2 to 3
family members). The tanks are typically made of steel or stainless
steel. Since heat loss is the main concern with this traditional type
of water heater, some manufacturers have made sure to release
energy-efficient versions which feature extra insulation.
Tankless water
heaters
The advantage of this
type is that it only heats water by demand, resulting in minimal
energy consumption. With no tank requirement, this option is ideal
for households in small spaces. As water is heated only when needed
unlike in storage tank water heaters, where water is constantly
heated, a tankless water heater takes longer to produce hot water.
Heat pump water
heaters
This type uses
electricity to transfer heat from the air instead of the usual
process of converting electricity directly to heat. A heat pump can
also take on the role as the home’s space heating equipment.
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