The water heater in your home ensures you have a steady supply for taking showers, doing the laundry, and washing the dishes. To ensure your unit has the longest possible life span and continues to work properly, it’s important to know which kind you have and how to best care for it. Below, the HVAC contractors at Bonner Heating & Cooling of Milledgeville, GA, discuss two types of water heaters and simple maintenance steps every homeowner should take.

2 Types of Water Heaters

There are two main types: traditional heaters with a tank, and tankless models. The former heats and stores water in a designated tank so it’s ready to use when you need it. Generally, they are less expensive to install and maintain than their tankless counterparts, but the storage system means you might run out of hot water occasionally. They also take up more space because they have more components.

Tankless water heaters, on the other hand, heat the water as you use it. They have no storage tank and are small and compact. While they are quite reliable, running more than one water-using appliance at a time can be a strain. Additionally, they are more expensive to install initially, but will save you money on your energy bills over time.

How to Care for Them

Schedule an appointment with a qualified HVAC contractor for an inspection each year. They will examine your water heater and perform any necessary repairs so it continues to run smoothly. Between visits, check for leaks once every six months. Additionally, if you’ll be away from home for three or more days, turn down the temperature to save yourself money on your energy bills and ensure the heater doesn’t overwork itself while no one is using it.

Milledgeville residents know to call on the HVAC contractors at Bonner Heating & Cooling when they need annual maintenance for their water heater. These professionals have more than two decades of experience serving residential and commercial customers and offer a wide range of services and emergency repairs seven days a week. To learn more about this family-owned company, call (478) 452-2684 or visit them online.