What are the Pros and Cons of Tankless Water Heaters?

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Your water heater is a crucial part of your home making a more comfortable living so it’s important to know your options! Recently, you may have heard about a new craze—tankless water heaters!  When a new piece of equipment is all the new rage a bit of research to understand your options definitely won’t hurt.  Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of a traditional water heater and a tankless water heater to gain a better understanding so you’ll feel more knowledgeable when it comes time to make your decision:

Traditional
Pros:                                                           Cons:
-Lower installation cost                           -Limited hot water
-Easier to maintain                                   -Higher energy bills in the winter
-Easier to replace                                     -Shorter lifespan
-Gas powered                                            -Takes up more space

Tankless
Pros:
                                                          Cons:
-Never run out of hot water                    -Higher initial cost
-Less energy                                             -Serves one faucet area at a time
-Monthly savings on energy bills           -Electric powered
-Slimmer and smaller

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