The Basics About Tankless Water Heaters: How they work

 With so many water heaters on the market, choosing the best one for your home isn’t as easy as it seems. You may have heard about tankless water heaters but don’t know how they work, what the benefits are, or how they compare to traditional water heaters. Here are just a few of the advantages and disadvantages:

• Tankless water heaters are more energy efficient than traditional water heaters. When you don’t have a large storage tank to heat, your system only heats the water it uses at one time, rather than the entire tank.
• Using a tankless water heater will generally save you money in the long run. The initial set-up costs can be expensive, but tankless heaters last longer and are generally cheaper to run.
• If you’re interested in the most environmentally friendly option, tankless water heaters use less fuel than traditional heaters do to heat up the same amount of water. The average efficiency of a tankless water heater is between 80 – 99%, making them the most environmentally friendly choice.
• Tankless water heaters often require a significant upfront investment to set them up. You may need to upgrade your home’s water pipes and electrical wiring to make it compatible with a tankless heater.
• If you plan on running the shower, the washing machine, and the dishwasher all at the same time, or other appliances that require hot water, a single tankless water heater will not be able to supply hot water to all of these appliances at the same time. 

There are certain criteria that determine which type of water heaters will work best in your home. For example: how many people live in your home? Are you often running the dishwasher, the washing machine, and the shower at the same time? How many people on average take a shower in a single morning? Once our team has a good understanding of your home water needs, we’ll be happy to make a professional recommendation. 

Contact us to learn more about water heaters

At Crosstown Plumbing Supply we carry an extensive range of hot water heaters and our experts are always happy to help you find the best option for your home. Whether you’re moving into a new home and want top-of-the-line water heaters, or you feel your existing plumbing system needs an upgrade, we have solutions that will work for every home and every budget. 

We’re happy to discuss your water heater options, and other important components including your plumbing system. If you want to learn more about water heaters, please contact us today. We look forward to hearing from you.

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5 Coolest Home Heating Controls for 2020

 Home heating controls have advanced so much over the past decade, heating your home has never been easier. Smart thermostats can save you money, give you more control over the temperature in specific areas of your home, and you can activate them before you get home so the temperature will be just right upon your arrival. Here are five of the coolest home heating controls for 2020:

1. Ecobee4 Smart Thermostat – this system comes with a built-in Alexa so you can turn on your heating and check the traffic at the same time. You can control the Ecobee4 from anywhere in the world which means you’ll never have to wonder if you forgot to switch off the thermostat before running out of the door. 
2. Honeywell Lyric T5 – this thermostat is a great value for money, and if you don’t require certain features like a humidifier or a ventilator, this may be the best option for you.
3. Nest Thermostat – have you ever heard of a heating system that learns your routine and adapts to it? That’s exactly what this smart thermostat does, and there’s a reason it’s one of the most popular on the market. 
4. Mysa Smart Thermostat – this system syncs with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit, making it extremely convenient and user-friendly. 
5. Sensi Smart Thermostat – the Sensi, like many smart thermostats, can be entirely controlled from your phone for a seamless experience. Set the rooms in your house to your desired temperature before you get home for the ultimate comfort.

Learn more about the latest home heating controls

At Crosstown Plumbing Supply we are experts in home heating options and we’ve been proudly serving the northern New Jersey area for many years. Whether you know the type of heating system you want or you need some professional advice, we’re happy to help you choose what will work best for you. In addition to our industry expertise, we also stock an extensive selection of home heating systems and can give you our recommendation based on your needs and your budget. Whether you’ve just moved into a new home and you want to install the latest home heating controls on the market, or you simply feel it’s time for your existing system to receive an upgrade, we’re happy to help.

With today’s technology, you have more choices than ever before when it comes to keeping your home warm and comfortable. We’re happy to discuss your options, so contact us today and speak to our team about the latest home heating controls. 

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