As of April 2015, federal regulations now require all water heaters to be energy efficient. But with water heating amounting to nearly 20% of home energy costs, a move towards energy efficiency is a better deal in the long run. Since 1985, satisfied customers have been choosing The Plumbing Source for their HVAC maintenance, plumbing repairs and sewer line cleaning needs. Today, this local Cleveland, OH business would like to share two important considerations for selecting your federally compliant water heating system:

• Size. To save on space, consider installing an on-demand water heater, which doesn't require a storage tank. Water is instead heated as it flows through a coil or heat exchanger. Tankless coil water heaters work in tandem with your home heating system, saving you money on electricity and taking up less space. Combining your water and space heating needs saves money in the long run through decreased maintenance costs and only one monthly bill.

• Energy use. While a conventional water heater uses a ready reservoir of hot water, it can draw a lot of power even if it meets federal efficiency standards, making it a better choice for high-density living or businesses with high hot water use. For increased energy efficiency, consider going solar for your hot water needs, or using heat pump water heaters. Heat pumps use electricity to move heat from place to place rather than heat a reservoir directly, making them up to three times more energy efficient than conventional water heaters. Since water is heated on an as-needed basis with these systems, you never have to wait for a depleted tank to heat up

To learn more about how The Plumbing Source can refit your water heating system, or for complete bathroom remodeling services, call (877) 768-7239 or visit them online. The Plumbing Source is also available for 24-hour emergency plumbing assistance.