Upgrade Your Home With a Heat Pump Water Heater
Hot water is more than just a modern convenience; it's a necessity. When it comes time to replace your water heater, it makes sense to choose something super efficient, like a heat pump water heater. These heaters use the same proven technology for home heating and cooling to heat your water.
Jerry Winslett has been in the business of educating people about water heaters for more than 20 years, so we asked him to give us the lowdown on heat pump units.
A heat pump water heater uses the heat and humidity from the room to heat the water in the tank. It uses refrigerant to absorb that heat and concentrates it to heat the water. Heat pump water heaters are much more efficient than standard ones and will save you a lot of money in the long run.
One big thing about heat pump water heaters is the tax credit. A 30% federal tax credit is available now for eligible units.
There are a few things you have to think about when buying a heat pump water.
Sizing. First is sizing. Make sure you're getting the right size for the application — the number of people, bathrooms and hot water needs.
Space. Think about the space around the water heater. Heat pump units work differently, drawing from the heat and humidity around them.
Noise. Heat pump units do make noise. When the compressor is on, it sounds a little like a refrigerator or an air conditioner. Consider that if they are placed in an area that needs quiet.
Panel upgrade. If switching from gas to electric, you may need to upgrade your electric panel. Heat pump units designed specifically for gas-to-electric conversion are available. They use a standard 120-volt outlet and are basically plug-and-play; just cap your gas line and flue and go.
Installation is very similar to installing a standard electric water heater — with a couple of exceptions.
Upgrade your renovation with a heat pump water heater to save money and make your home safer and more comfortable.
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