A corroded water heater fitting is a disaster waiting to happen. Luckily, replacing a rusted, ready-to-burst fitting is a relatively easy job that you can do yourself. Watch this video to learn how. Of course you can also call your plumber to perform this job for you if you don’t have the tools or the confidence to change out an old fitting yourself.

If you’re concerned about your old water heater, schedule a visit from your Jacksonville plumber. Being proactive about water heater repair and replacement can save you a lot of time, a lot of frustration, and most importantly a lot of money in the long run. Look for a plumbing company that specializes in water heater repair, maintenance, and installation to get the best service and a recommendation you can trust.

If your water heater is kaput, you’ll want to buy a replacement unit as quickly as possible. However, considering the cost of a new water heater and how long you’ll be stuck with it, you’ll do yourself a real disservice if you don’t research your options prior to making a purchase. You might also consider buying a new water heater if your old one is nearing or past its expected life, as this can save you a lot of time and frustration later on. Either way, here are a few things to know about gas and electric water heaters so you can make the right decision for your home. Your Jacksonville water heater installation provider can answer any additional questions you have about buying a new water heater.

Cost

Gas and electric water heaters are similar in the initial purchase price, and as long as your plumber doesn’t need to make any retrofits the installation cost for gas and electric water heaters is also similar. However, there are other factors to consider to get a picture of the lifetime ownership costs of gas and electric water heaters. For example, electricity (as a utility) typically costs more than gas, which means electric water heaters can be more expensive to operate and cost more over the long run.

Energy Efficiency

Another important factor to consider when deciding between a gas or electric water heater is energy efficiency. The efficiency of gas and electric water heaters can be compared by their energy factors (EFs), a number between zero and one that relates to how much of each energy dollar results in heater water. A higher EF indicates higher efficiency and, as a result, lower utility bills and a lower lifetime cost of ownership.

Performance

You should also consider your hot water needs and compare them to the performance you can expect from either a gas or electric water heater. For example, if you run out of hot water quickly because different family members are showering, washing dishes, or doing laundry at the same time, consider a tankless gas water heater (also known as an on-demand water heater) that provides virtually instantaneous and unlimited hot water.

Water is essential for life on this planet, and drinking plenty of water is an important part of living a healthy lifestyle. When you are refilling your glass, consider what else you might be putting into your body besides water. Jacksonville was ranked as the 10 ^th worst city in the nation for quality of drinking water, with potentially unsafe levels of arsenic, lead, and other contaminants showing up during testing. Water filtration systems can remove harmful contaminants from your drinking water, as well as improve the taste. Talk to your plumber serving Jacksonville to find out about the best filtration system for your home, making sure that it will remove the specific contaminants present in your tap water. Take a look at this infographic to learn more about the differences between tap and filtered water. Please share with your friends and family.

Tankless water heaters are almost too good to be true. And yet, despite offering unlimited, on-demand hot water, these heaters are actually quite simple in design. When hot water is needed, water runs through several feet of tubing inside the water heater where it is heated by a super-efficient heating element to a desired temperature. All of this happens in a matter of seconds, providing you with almost instantaneous hot water. Watch this video to learn more about the inner-workings of a tankless hot water heater.

If you’re interested in a tankless water heater for your home or business, contact a plumbing company in Jacksonville that specializes in the installation of tankless water heaters . Professional installation is the only way to ensure you utilize all the benefits of a tankless water heater, including unlimited, on-demand hot water and lower energy bills.

Commercial and industrial facilities can’t afford to be shut down for long due to a plumbing emergency. Fortunately, the commercial plumbing experts at Eagerton Plumbing can quickly handle your plumbing repair needs to limit the damage and downtime your business, warehouse, restaurant, or other type of commercial facility experiences. Eagerton Plumbing also specializes in commercial plumbing installation, including re-piping and water heater replacement. The installation providers at Eagerton Plumbing can also install smarter appliances for your commercial or industrial facility, such as faucets, drains, toilets, and other fixtures.

Eagerton Plumbing has been providing commercial plumbing services in Jacksonville for more than 50 years. In 2013, Eagerton Plumbing received Angie’s List Super Service Award. Call today for a free estimate on your commercial plumbing needs.