Water Heating
The Basics
Natrual Gas Water Heaters - Heat water twice as fast.
Because natural gas provides instant heat, a high-efficiency natural gas water heater will let you enjoy a seemingly endless supply of hot water. Besides freestanding storage models, instantaneous tankless systems, boiler and combo-styles are now available.
There are two types of natural gas water heaters:
This is the most common type of water heater used in the U.S. - ranging in size from 20 to 80 gallons. They work by heating up water in an insulated tank and storing it for use.
This type of water heater does not contain a storage tank. A burner heats water only when there is a demand for hot water. Hot water never runs out, but the flow rate may be limited. Tankless water heaters make the most sense in homes with one or two occupants, and in households with small and easily coordinated hot water requirements.
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