What kind of water heater is right for you?
Not all water heaters are created equal.
It's important to consider what you and your family's needs are when looking for a new water heater.
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We can suit your needs whether you're looking for a gas or an electric tank water.
These are the major types of water heaters, each designed for specific spaces within a home or business:
Tankless Water Heater
Tankless water heaters, also known as point-of-use water heaters, are water heaters that do not require a storage tank. When the tap is turned on, the water is heated as it passes through the heater.
Because tankless water heaters have a longer lifespan than traditional storage tank heaters, many of our clients choose to upgrade when they are ready to replace their old tank heater. Tankless water heaters heat water on demand; they’ll never run out of hot water. Additionally, they are highly energy-efficient, meaning they save money in the long run, and you may be eligible for a rebate.
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Heat Pumps
Heat pump (sometimes called hybrid) water heaters are among the most efficient that you can get on the market. That means that you may be able to see big savings on your energy bill and a potential rebate for your new heat pump water heater.
Powered by electricity, they work by taking the heat from the room they're in and using it to heat water in the tank. You can think of it as a big heat sponge that sucks up the residual heat in the room and concentrates it to make the water much hotter than the room was originally.
Atmospheric
These water heaters are the most common residential natural gas water heaters, and, as the name suggests, the hot exhaust is vented either vertically or sloped upwards.
These systems will provide inadequate or no hot water when there is a faulty control valve, thermostat, or heating element. It may also fail if there is a buildup of contaminants or sediment. Often, homeowners find that their atmospheric water heater is no longer adequate to meet their demands and need to look at higher capacity, more energy-efficient systems.
Power Vent
Power vent water heaters, like atmospheric water heaters, also rely on natural gas to heat the water, but these use venting that requires an additional airflow mechanism to assist in blowing the hot air through the vent.
The powered venting system can run horizontally and doesn’t require indoor air for combustion. As a result, these are typically used when the space to install a water heater is far from the home’s venting system, from a wall, and when there is improper air for combustion. Similar problems as with atmospheric water heaters can arise with power vent heaters.
Electric
An electric water heater uses electricity to heat water. It consists of a heating element, thermostat, and storage tank. The thermostat controls the temperature, activating the element when needed. It is a very basic option when it comes to heating your water.
Get ServiceIs a tankless water heater the right choice for you?
If your household regularly runs out of hot water during back-to-back showers, or if you're replacing an aging tank heater and want to avoid doing it again in 10 years, a tankless system is worth a serious look.
Tankless water heaters heat water on demand rather than storing and reheating a fixed tank throughout the day. That means no standby heat loss, lower monthly energy bills, and hot water that doesn't run out mid-shower. Most tankless units also last 20 years or more — nearly double the lifespan of a conventional tank.
That said, tankless isn't the right fit for every home. Homes with high simultaneous demand — multiple showers, laundry, and a dishwasher all running at once — may need a larger unit or a dual-unit setup to keep up. Older homes may also need a gas line upgrade or electrical panel work before installation, which adds to the upfront cost.
The good news is that tankless water heaters qualify for federal energy efficiency tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act, and some Minnesota utilities offer additional rebates that can offset a significant portion of the install cost.
If you're not sure whether tankless is the right move for your home, our team can walk you through the options with no pressure. We'll look at your household size, current setup, and budget and give you a straight answer.
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Frequently Asked Question
Yes. Water Heaters Now offers same-day water heater repair and installation throughout Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the Twin Cities metro area. If you call before 2 PM Monday–Friday, we can typically repair or replace your water heater the same day. Our technicians carry many common water heater models on their trucks, allowing us to complete installations quickly without waiting for delivery. Whether your system suddenly fails or you want to upgrade to a more efficient model, our team is ready to help.
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