In Search of a better Water Heater
English: Two Rannai brand, tankless water heaters in a commercial setting. Each unit is rated 199,000 BTU and the two work in parallel, heating water to 185 degrees Fahrenheit. Located on a dairy farm and provide hot water for cleaning milking equipment. (Photo credit: Wikipedia ) Tankless Water Heater For decades, tankless water heaters have been used in Europe and other parts of the world where energy prices are steep. Most consumers in North America , however, were not aware of tankless water heaters until recently. The happy surprise is that, compared with conventional water heaters, these on-demand water heaters can save energy and money and deliver an endless flow of hot water. In fact, installing a qualifying tankless water heater can save you money on your taxes through a $300 credit. The familiar tank -style water heater is basically a large container with a heater. It stores a lot of water (typically 40 to 80 gallons), heats the water...