Do You Need a Commercial Water Heater?
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A commercial water heater is the only option if you’re in a very large building. However, some homes decide to make use of them because they operate more powerfully. This is an option for your home, though you’ll end up paying more money upfront and down the road. It’s not for those that want to save money.
Do they come in all the same styles as residential models? The answer to that is yes. You’ll see all the new technologies like on demand, instantaneous, point of use, and high efficiency. You’ll see direct vent, natural gas, propane, and even electric (though I’d wait until they hammer out this technology a little bit more, as it’s a little dodge at the moment when working on this scale).
Typically, all the residential brand name manufacturers will make commercial models as well. You’ll see names like GE (General Electric), Ruud, Rinnai, Titan, and Bradford. Interestingly enough, as the residential market has taken a downturn, some manufacturers have started to pursue commercial and industrial heaters more intensely, just to stay afloat. Some of these guys include AO Smith and Aquastar. Knowing that, you might think about looking into their models. They’re trying to corner the market, so they’ll often have fantastic deals.
Repair and replacements are often pretty expensive, as you’re dealing with more than 80 gallons of water. If you ever notice any leaking, it’s best to get maintenance right away. If you’ve ever had to replace a model, you’ll be able to compare the savings. Troubleshooting is a lot easier than installation of a new model.
All in all, you’ll quickly realize that whatever you have to go through to make it work is well worth it. Could you imagine without having hot water for even one day? It would be miserable. It’s something so easy to take for granted that we forget sometimes.