Natural Gas

Consider High-Efficiency Gas Storage if you:

Currently have a gas storage water heater that needs to be replaced. Don't want to make a major change and are satisfied with the style of water heater you have now. Are willing to pay a little more upfront to reduce water heating bills by about 7%. Want routine installation and maintenance.

Consider Whole-Home Gas Tankless if you:

Want to replace your existing gas water heater before it fails. Are building a new home or conducting a major remodeling project. Often run out of hot water. Have limited space and need a water heater that doesn't take up much room. Want a water heater with a longer lifetime Are willing to pay more upfront to reduce water heating bills by about 30%. Have a large enough natural gas line in your home (typically at least 3/4") plus space to install the necessary venting. Are willing to take on additional maintenance tasks or schedule a regular maintenance check every few years.

Consider Gas Condensing if you:

Want to replace your existing gas water heater before it fails, but don't need to do it right now (products won't be available until sometime in 2009). Are building a new home or conducting a major remodeling project. Often run out of hot water. Are willing to pay more upfront to reduce water heating bills by about 30%. Have space to accommodate a condensate drain and special venting.

Electric

Consider a Heat Pump if you:

Want to replace your existing electric water heater before it fails, but don't need to do it right now (products won't be available until sometime in 2009). Are building a new home or conducting a major remodeling project. Are willing to pay more upfront to reduce water heating bills by about 50%. Have space to accommodate a condensate drain.

Solar

Consider Solar if you:

Have dependable access to sunshine on your roof or immediately outside your home. Like the idea of using a renewable energy source to heat your water. Are willing to take on additional maintenance tasks or schedule a regular maintenance check every year. Are willing to install or use an existing auxiliary electric or gas storage water heater to provide back-up on cloudy or rainy days.