Will a Tankless Water Heater Use a Lot of Electricity?

March 17, 2023

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, even modern water heaters use roughly 17% of the average home’s total energy consumption. While a tankless water heater will use a lot of electricity, it’s still a more energy-efficient option than the traditional storage-tank water heater. How Much Electricity Will a Tankless Water Heater Use? The typical water heater will be one of the most energy-hungry appliances in a home, but tankless versions can be an excellent investment when it comes to lowering energy costs. To produce hot water, the tankless water

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Lighting a Water Heater’s Pilot Light: Step-by-Step Instructions

August 15, 2022

If you have ever had your water heater’s pilot light go out, you know it can be a serious inconvenience. The worst part is that you might not know the pilot light has gone out until you try turning on the shower or start doing dishes. Gibson Plumbing & Mechanical takes pride in helping all of our customers through large projects and simple projects like relighting the water heater pilot light. Here is a step-by-step tutorial that you can use to guide you as you light your water heater’s pilot light. 1. Locate the

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