Natural and gas water heaters recover 40% faster than electric. While both are built for safe and reliable operation, gas water heaters can produce the same amount of hot water with a smaller tank than an electric typically needs. Long term maintenance costs can be higher comparatively.

Benefits

Gas-powered, many sizes available

Brands offered

A.O. Smith, Rudd, Bradford White, Lochinvar, STATE, Whirlpool, G.E.

The best option when your home is not equipped with gas. While construction costs are typically higher with electric vs gas water heaters, they tend to require less maintenance and fewer repairs.

Benefits

Electric powered, many sizes available

Brands offered

A.O. Smith, Rudd, Bradford White, Lochinvar, STATE, Whirlpool, G.E.

Tankless water systems consume less space and energy than your traditional tanks because you eliminate the need to store heated water. The tankless systems are designed to warm up water only when you need it as the water is heated quickly as it passes through a series of coils in the unit. Think of a tankless water heater as an investment. While tankless water heaters have a higher cost upfront, the energy savings and money you will save in the end will more than pay for your investment.

Benefits

Energy-efficient, compact design

Brands offered

Navien, Rinnai, A.O. Smith

To understand what makes an electric hybrid water heater tick, think of a refrigerator working backwards. The heat pump component draws warm air from the space around it to assist in heating the water inside the storage tank. When there is not enough ambient heat to provide your hot water needs, the electric water heater function kicks into play. Bottom line, you can expect to save more than $350 per year in water heater operation costs with an electric hybrid heat pump system. And, just like the gas condensing models, these are available in 55- gallon and greater storage applications.

Benefits

Combines standard and tankless technology

Brands offered

Navien, Rinnai, A.O. Smith