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7 Propane Water Heater Advantages for Your Home or Cottage

Posted by James Callow on Fri, Mar 06, 2015 @ 12:48 PM

Your water heater is an essential appliance in your home and can account for 20% of your energy bills!

waterheaterChoosing the right water heater for your home or cottage can have a huge impact on your monthly energy bills and your personal comfort.  If you are renovating your home or looking to replace an inefficient model, you may be overwhelmed with the amount of models on the market.  How do you choose the right size of model or fuel source to efficiently heat your water and help save you money?

Propane water tanks are one of the most efficient and environmentally friendly water heating systems on the market.  They offer huge advantages over oil, electric or natural gas water tanks, including:

1.  Cost.  Propane water heaters have a high-energy efficiency when compared to electric water heaters.  Per litre, the price of propane is typically cheaper than oil or electricity. And if you consider the costs of installation and maintenance of equipment, and propane water tank is about 30 % less expensive than an electric water heater, and 25% cheaper than an oil water heater.

Propane water heaters typically last as long as ten years compared to electric water heaters that typically last up to four years.

2.  Energy Efficiency. Propane water heaters typically heat water in half the time of an electric model.  Quick heating reduces energy bills – the longer it takes to heat your water, the higher your energy bill will be. 

3.  Environmental Impact. Propane fuel has a low carbon footprint. It emits fewer greenhouse gases than any other fuel source and is a clean burning fuel.

4.  Safety.  Propane tanks are 20 times more resistant to punctures than gasoline tanks.

5.  Convenience. Propane water tanks can be installed in virtually any location. Propane is highly portable and can be stored or transported without deteriorating over time.  Propane fuel can be used in remote locations and can be stored in a tank on your property, making it a great option for your cottage getaway.

6. Cleanliness. Propane emits virtually no soot, low carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, and oxides of nitrogen, the basic precursors of ground-level ozone, or smog.  It burns cleaner than coal, light and heavy petroleum fuels, ethanol, and even natural gas.  In the event of a leak, propane will readily vaporize and dissipate into the atmosphere – it will not contaminate water or soil. 

7.  Availability. Propane fuel is abundantly available in Canada. Canada is the 6th largest producer of propane in the world and has the infrastructure available to transport, store and dispense propane safety.

 

Interested in making the swtich to a propane water heater?  Energy Star Power Vented Water Heaters can be purchased directly from us or you can take advantage of our 36 month Lease-to-Own plan. Superflu Power Vent Water Heaters have been engineered for increased efficiency and to deliver dependable, trouble-free operation for years. A GSW Warranty covers 8 years on the tank, 6 years parts and 1 year labour.  Contact us today for a free quote or more information!

 

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