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Reliance Water Heater Options and Installation Guide
If you’re considering purchasing a new water heater or need assistance installing plumbing fixtures, Ace Hardware should be on your short list of providers to call. Homeowners know they can depend on Ace Hardware Home Services to provide quality products like hot water heaters from the best-selling Reliance brand. We’re proud to offer these superior products to our customers.
Tank-style water heaters have a heating element that cycles on and off to keep their water reservoir hot. Tankless water heaters are more energy efficient because they only heat water when required.
Consider who lives in your home and how they use water. Once you have a general idea of how and when your family uses hot water, you can look for Ace Hardware water heaters with the proper capacity. For those who prefer a tank-style heater, smaller households might get by with thirty to forty gallons. Larger families might consider doubling that.
The type of Ace Hardware water heater you choose might also depend on your space. For example, homes with less space are much more likely to get more mileage from tankless water heaters than those with tanks. You can always ask a professional for suggestions based on your space, hot water consumption, and budget.
Finally, consider energy efficiency before making your final decision. High-efficiency models may have a higher upfront cost, but reduced energy bills can save you money in the long run.
Look for the Energy Star label and check the unit's energy factor (EF) rating to gauge efficiency. These models are significantly less expensive to run over time, making them ideal for long-term home use.
Gas water heaters must have access to a gas line and must also be able to be properly vented. These are not concerns for electric water heater installation. Consider insulating the pipes that connect to your heater. Doing so can help reduce heat loss and improve your system’s energy efficiency. Even if you aren’t insulating the pipes, we recommend insulating the area where your water heater is placed.
The most significant consideration, though, is always to hire a professional — especially for installation but also for plumbing a water heater. Expert water heater installation and consistent maintenance are some of the best ways to protect your new investment, so going it alone will rarely yield the results you want.
Reliance water heaters are also designed with customer satisfaction in mind. User-friendliness is a crucial part of why these water heaters are so well-liked, and Ace Hardware Home Services’s experienced technicians will also show you how to make the most of the model you purchase.
We’re here to provide all the information you need to live comfortably with your new water heater after installation.
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Reliance Water Heaters at Ace Hardware Home Services
After working with various brands, Ace Hardware Home Services has found Reliance water heaters to be the best on the market. They pass our rigorous safety, reliability, and efficiency standards with flying colors. Reliance water heaters offer long lifespans and advanced features like sediment-reducing technology for consistent hot water access. As a Reliance-authorized contractor, you can trust that we’ll provide authentic products and professional installation services.Reliance Water Heater Models
When selecting a hot water heater for your home, you have multiple options, including electric or gas-powered, tank-style heaters of various sizes, and tankless water heaters. Which one is right for your home?Electric Water Heaters
Electric water heaters use electrical resistance to warm water stored in a tank or heat it instantly on demand. They are typically more energy-efficient than gas models because they don’t lose any heat to venting as gas models do. This means they can also be installed in a wider variety of locations. Electric water heaters are more environmentally friendly as renewable sources like solar energy can power them, and there is no risk of gas or carbon monoxide leakage.Gas Water Heaters
Because gas is a less expensive power source, gas water heaters can be more cost-efficient and will still operate during a power outage. Another advantage gas heaters have is that they recover faster. Tank-style gas heaters can replenish hot water faster than electric models after emptying the tank. Recent technological advancements have made gas water heaters much more environmentally friendly.Tankless Water Heaters
Water heaters with tanks can only provide as much hot water as they can hold. In contrast, tankless heaters supply infinite hot water and take up less space because they don’t have a large tank. As a result, you’ll never have to worry about running out of hot water while taking long showers, doing a sink full of dishes after a party, or doing multiple loads of laundry.Tank-style water heaters have a heating element that cycles on and off to keep their water reservoir hot. Tankless water heaters are more energy efficient because they only heat water when required.
Choosing the Right Size & Style Water Heater
Water heaters come in all shapes and sizes, but which one is right for your home? Purchasing a tank-style unit that’s too large will lead to unnecessary energy consumption, and buying one that’s too small will prevent you from meeting your hot water needs. Your first goal should be to determine how much hot water you use.Consider who lives in your home and how they use water. Once you have a general idea of how and when your family uses hot water, you can look for Ace Hardware water heaters with the proper capacity. For those who prefer a tank-style heater, smaller households might get by with thirty to forty gallons. Larger families might consider doubling that.
The type of Ace Hardware water heater you choose might also depend on your space. For example, homes with less space are much more likely to get more mileage from tankless water heaters than those with tanks. You can always ask a professional for suggestions based on your space, hot water consumption, and budget.
Finally, consider energy efficiency before making your final decision. High-efficiency models may have a higher upfront cost, but reduced energy bills can save you money in the long run.
Look for the Energy Star label and check the unit's energy factor (EF) rating to gauge efficiency. These models are significantly less expensive to run over time, making them ideal for long-term home use.
Installation and Plumbing Considerations
Installation is a massive part of keeping your water heater operating correctly, so it’s essential to go into it knowing what to look for. Where you install your water heater is crucial. The location should be easily accessible for maintenance.Gas water heaters must have access to a gas line and must also be able to be properly vented. These are not concerns for electric water heater installation. Consider insulating the pipes that connect to your heater. Doing so can help reduce heat loss and improve your system’s energy efficiency. Even if you aren’t insulating the pipes, we recommend insulating the area where your water heater is placed.
The most significant consideration, though, is always to hire a professional — especially for installation but also for plumbing a water heater. Expert water heater installation and consistent maintenance are some of the best ways to protect your new investment, so going it alone will rarely yield the results you want.
Benefits of Choosing Ace Hardware for Water Heaters
Why choose an Ace Hardware water heater over other options? First, you won’t find a more professional team with higher-quality products. We know how important it is to provide our customers with an impeccable experience from start to finish, so we spend time ensuring each customer’s satisfaction.Reliance water heaters are also designed with customer satisfaction in mind. User-friendliness is a crucial part of why these water heaters are so well-liked, and Ace Hardware Home Services’s experienced technicians will also show you how to make the most of the model you purchase.
We’re here to provide all the information you need to live comfortably with your new water heater after installation.
Visit Ace Hardware Home Services for the Best Water Heater Selection
An Ace Hardware water heater is a phenomenal investment in your family’s comfort and quality of life. So whether you need help installing a Reliance water heater or are looking for professional maintenance, call or visit Ace Hardware Home Services for expert advice and superior plumbing services.GET AN ESTIMATE
