Energy Star Rated Tankless Hot Water Heaters
Energy Star Rated Tankless Hot Water Heaters Facts of Life!
Recently The Water Quality Association has done a very in-depth study of the Problem of Limescale and the lose of energy efficiency and life cycles of household appliances. Their results showed a lose of Energy Efficiency and costs increases of 25%-40%, In Boilers, Hot Water Heaters, Dishwashers, Washing Machines, Faucets, Shower Heads and the like.
Their Study showed that Tankless Hot Water Heaters, that are being pushed heavily by Energy Star as Top Rated Energy Efficient Systems actually will shut down in 19 days if they are not protected against limescale buildup.
Recently The Consumers Report.Com did an article on the actual costs of a Tankless Hot Water System, and it showed that the systems must be flushed out at least once a year if not more at a standard cost of close to $350.00 per flush.
If the Tankless Hot Water System is not protected from Hard Water / Limescale Buildup,“The Manufactures Warranties are Voided”. Therefore the Consumer would have to pay out of their own pockets the cost of replacing the Heat Exchanger in the unit.
We hope this information has been helpful to you!
