Most people are easily convinced by the arguments against the old fashioned tank heaters. But often they do not want the bother of gas or oil, the traditional fuels for instant water heaters. This is where the electric tankless water heater comes in.
The advantages of a tankless waterheater come down to two key points - space and cost. First of all you save a lot of space - no need for that big old sixty gallon tank of water. Instead you get a sleek little piece of equipment that can be fastened to the wall.
Secondly, on demand hot water heaters only heat the water that you need when you need it. Contrast this with the tanks of water that we keep at 120 Fahrenheit all day and night, day in day out, and you can see where the savings come from.
A tankless electric water heater run from your main electricity supply, and can be easily fitted by any qualified professional. Sometimes it needs a special trip or fuse box for the unit, and that is it. Easier for many people than using gas or oil.
Electric tankless water heaters are a fairly recent addition to the home water heating market, since up until recently it has been difficult to get sufficient heat from a purely electrical source. This means electric units are high tech and modern. They are usually easy to control and very safe. Features you will probably find include the ability to ensure a maximum temperature. This eliminates the risk of scalding injuries - surprisingly common occurrences around the world!