Hybrid water heaters are revolutionizing the way we heat water. New water heater products recently introduced utilizing super-efficient hybrid water heaters that can cut water heating costs by more than half!
Hybrid Water Heaters offered by Heritage Plumbing:
Hybrid Electric Water Heaters
Over twice as efficient as a standard electric water heaters.
- Absorbs environmental heat and transfers it to heat the water, at the same time cooling and dehumidifying the ambient air
- Can operate in high-efficiency, hybrid and electric modes
- ENERGY STAR® rated
- Eligible for tax credit up to $1,500
Hybrid Tankless Gas Water Heaters
Built for the way people ACTUALLY live and use hot water.
- Combines the best features of tankless and conventional technologies to create a new category of water heating
- Eliminates “cold water sandwiches”
- Lower installation cost compared to tankless
- Eligible for tax credit up to $1,500
Hybrid Solar Water Heaters
Solar thermal solution for environmentally friendly consumers.
- Can provide up to 70% of energy needs for water heating cost-free
- Can produce the same amount of energy as photovoltaic solar collectors at 1/8th of the cost
- ENERGY STAR® rated
- Eligible for 30% of total installed cost in tax credit
How do I choose?
What size hybrid water heater do I need?
Water heater capacity or volume is measured in gallons. You can determine the size of your existing model by looking at the nameplate or the yellow Energy Guide sticker. If your current water heater meets your needs most of the time, you can probably replace it with one the same size. However, you may want to purchase a larger unit if you have added or are planning to add more occupants to your household or a new shower, faucet, dishwasher or washer that will be in frequent use. A contractor or retail salesperson can help you decide if a larger model is necessary.
Where will it be installed?
Heat pump water heaters should be installed in interior spaces that remain between 40°-90° F year-round, and provide 1,000 cubic feet of air space around the water heater. They generally don’t operate as efficiently in colder spaces, and can cool the spaces they are in. If possible, consider installing in a space with excess heat, such as a furnace room.