Repair or Replace…That is the Question.

Sometimes it is hard to know if your water heater can be repaired, or it simply HAS to be replaced. Like most other things, if your water heater is regularly maintained and repaired when necessary it can last for many years. I would imagine that you had the same water heater working for you since you moved into your current Colorado Springs home.

 

Replacement over repair may occur if -

1.  It is over 15 years old.

2.  It contains a low volume of hot water.

3.  If you see corrosion around it.

4.  The water is discolored…a reddish hue.

5.  Enough with all of the repairs once and for all

The time may be nigh to finally replace that tired, old, overworked water heater. One of the best water heater replacement companies in Colorado Springs is Altitude Heating and Air. You can count on the plumbing and HVAC experts every time! See all of their services at altitudehvacco.com. Call anytime for emergencies or maintenance at (719) 209-4955.

Should We go Tankless this Summer?

Not topless…tankless! Exactly, is it time to consider a tankless water heater in your Colorado Springs area home? Converting your water heater to a tankless model is a valuable upgrade for any home. These units last longer, use less energy, offer endless hot water and can reduce utility bills. That is only the beginning.

Here are some of the previously stated reasons again –

1. Energy efficiency…tankless heats water only when it is needed.
2. Lower utility bills…the average household in our area can save hundreds of $$$ yearly.
3. Extended life…on average, they last 10 years longer.
4. Endless hot water…you are going to love that!
5. Space saving…generally they are less than half the size of traditional water heaters.

It just seems to make sense. You could even use the logic…pay a little now and save a lot later.  It your next water heater is imminent maybe it is time to consider going tankless. Call Altitude Heating and Air to discuss your options. They have been the HVAC choice in Colorado Springs for most of this century. Just call (719) 209-4955.

Tanks…or No Tanks.

Pardon the grammar.  It isn’t what you think it is.  This is about the virtues of a Tankless water heater in your Colorado Springs home.  It boils (no pun intended) down to one major question.  Is a tankless water heater worth the money?  Let us throw this important point at you.  Tankless water heaters actually save you bucks in the long run!

Please understand that tankless water heaters may cost three times more than conventional ones.  You have to ask yourself…is it worth starting your day trying to get ready for work and getting a cold shower because someone else used all the hot water?  It takes a good amount of time for the tank to fill back up, turn on the burner, and heat the water.

Tank or tankless…that is the question.  Whatever the answer, it is easy to decide who should install it in the Colorado Springs area.  That answer is always Altitude Heating and Air serving the HVAC and plumbing needs of our area for many years.  If you seek professional water heater installation, call Altitude Heating and Air at (719) 209-4955.    

It’s Not the Time of Year for a Tank Top!

However, it may be the right time to go tankless…a new tankless water heater that is.  It is widely known that tankless water heaters use 30 to 50 percent less energy than units with tanks, saving a typical family about $100 or more per year, depending on water usage.  Add in the comfort of always having hot water in your shower and now we’re talking!

The primary disadvantage of an on demand or instant hot water heater is the upfront cost.  The smaller units that you often see won’t produce enough hot water to serve most area households. They’ll only serve one faucet at a time.  It’s a problem if you want to shower while the dishwasher is running.  There are larger units that can handle the demand of a whole family.

What is right for your Colorado Springs household?  We can help you determine if it is the proper time for you to go tankless.  Just give us a call at (719) 209-4955.  We are the Colorado Springs’ HVAC experts at Altitude Heating and Air.  Let’s explore tank or tankless in your home and we will steer you in the right direction.