Water heaters with tanks.
Tankless water heaters vs regular water heaters.
Tankless heaters can be 8 14 more energy efficient for households that use around 86 gallons daily.
We rated the annual energy consumption cost excellent for a gas.
Along with their longer lifespan tankless water heaters are known to have reduced monthly energy bills helping offset their higher purchase price.
Gas and electric tankless water heaters run more efficiently than the conventional water heaters of the same fuel type.
Tankless water heaters are more compact and can heat up water as you use it.
The doe notes that storage tank water heaters typically last 10 to 15 years while most tankless units have a life expectancy of 20 years or more.