What Kind Of Water Heater Is Best For You?

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We all want the luxury of hot water on demand, but none of us want the high bill at the end of the quarter that comes with it…

But some families have more then 4 people, one using the shower, the other is hoping to fill a relaxing bath, the other is loading the laundry and another is doing the dishes. So what happens when their 30 year old water heater kicks the bucket?

Well, with the right water heater you can do all of that, and heat up water for another 4 people without breaking the budget or destroying your brand new hot water system. So let’s take you on a tour of the different hot water systems out there.

There are a few things you need to consider before you buy a new water heater:

  • How many people live in your household
  • The usual time for showers, how many showers and for how long
  • Use of hot water in your laundry and the frequency of laundry loads
  • If you are looking to reduce your energy bills

All of these factors can help you decide what water heater is best for you and what one will be the most efficient for your needs and household.

Heat Pumps

With a heat pump you could save up to 64-71% on your energy consumption. Heat pumps use the surrounding air to heat water, which is a smart, energy-efficient and cost-effective approach to water heating.

So if you want to reduce your energy bills this is defiantly a sure fire way.

  • Rheem Heat pumps are suitable for 2 to 6 people households
  • Manufactured in Australia
  • Suitable for cold climates (-5 to 43+ degrees)
  • Suitable for harsh water conditions

Gas Water Heaters

For any gas water heater you will need a gas supply. These water heaters come in two types, Continuous Flow, and Gas Storage.

Gas continuous flow requires an electrical connection through a power outlet (GPO), and instead of storing hot water in a tank, it heats water on demand for as long as you need it. Think of it as hot water on demand, when ever you need hot water in your house, a trigger is set off within the housing of the continuous flow system which sets off the boiler to start heating the water, so you will always have hot water with you no matter what.

Gas storage delivers hot water instantly as it stores a fair amount in the tank ready for your use. It requires no electrical connection and is also a relatively inexpensive solution to your hot water needs, even if your household uses a lot of hot water.

  • Rheem Gas Storage Systems can deliver hot water to households of 6 up to sometimes 7 people depending on the system you choose.

Electric

Rheem Electric systems offer benefits such as affordable upfront costs, ease of installation, and a range of capacities to suit different needs. They are also available in stainless steel models, which can be more energy efficient and require less maintenance than traditional enamelled steel systems. 

  • Depending on the Electric system you choose they can serve a household of  up to 9 people.
  • Suitable for connection to lower cost tariffs – resulting in lower running costs
  • Manufactured in Australia