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Water Heating Facts

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How much is it costing you to heat water?

Today’s natural gas water heaters are the most efficient models on the market. Compared to electric water heaters, they’re less expensive to operate, they heat water faster, and they provide hot water even when the electricity goes out. They’re more durable, since the flame does all the work and there are fewer parts to fail or wear out. And, they come in a variety of sizes so you can select one to best meet your needs.

Water Heater Comparison

Electric Tank VS Natural Gas Tank

Based on the US Government Energy Guide labels and local utility rates, check out the electric vs. natural gas water heater comparisons:

Monthly Costs

    Annual Energy Used
    Electric: 4473 | Gas: 254

    Current Rates
    Electric: $0.13028 | Gas: $1.666

    Monthly Costs

    Electric: $51.82 | Gas: $35.26

    Annual Costs
    Electric: $621.83 | Gas: $423.16

    $AVE BIG with Natural Gas!

    Monthly: $16.56
    Annually: $198.66
    Lifespan: $2,582.61

    Annual Costs

    *Savings based on local electric utility rates and natural gas rates effective 02/01/2025. Savings are based on the life expectancy of a 13-year-old water heater.

    Electric Tank VS Natural Gas Tankless

    Based on the US Government Energy Guide labels and local utility rates, check out the electric vs. natural gas water heater comparisons:

    Monthly Costs

    Annual Energy Used
    Electric: 4473 | Gas: 183

    Current Rates
    Electric: $0.13028 | Gas: $1.666

    Monthly Costs
    Electric: $51.82 | Gas: $23.89

    Annual Costs
    Electric: $621.83 | Gas: $304.88

    $AVE BIG with Natural Gas!

    Monthly: $26.41
    Annually: $316.95
    Lifespan: $3,803.38

    Annual Costs

      *Savings based on local electric utility rates and natural gas rates effective 2/01/2025. Savings are based on the life expectancy of a 13-year-old water heater.

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      Tankless Water Heaters

      • Endless supply of hot water
      • Cost 70% less to operate than a traditional electric water heater
      • Conserves Energy Easy to install, virtually on any wall inside or outside of home
      • Multiple venting options
      • Tankless water heaters give homeowners the opportunity to provide high-value upgrade to their homes
      • Takes up less floor space allowing for greater design flexibility
      • Up to a 20 year life span
      • Green Product

      Tank Water Heaters

      • Heats water twice as fast as an electric water heater
      • Costs 50% less to operate
      • Up to 50% fewer carbon emissions
      • Provides hot water even when the electricity goes out
      • More durable due to less moving parts
      • Models come in a variety to choose from
      • No worries during storm season