You want to ensure a consistent supply of hot water in your new abode but do you know which water heater is right for you? Highlighted below are a few critical factors to consider when deciding which residential water heater to install.

Your home's design

Is your home built with an energy-efficient design in mind? If so, then you will want to achieve further energy savings.

With water heaters being one of the most significant users of energy in Australian homes, it helps to install a hot water system that can save energy without sacrificing the reliability of your hot water supply.

The good news is that newer versions of many water heating systems operate more efficiently than their predecessors. For maximum energy savings, invest in a high-efficiency water heater model. Even better, install a solar water heating system to harness solar energy free of charge.

Your domestic hot water load

Domestic hot water loads refer to the hot water volume that is used in dwellings every day. Knowing how much hot water you will require for your daily household use is essential for accurately estimating the size of the hot water unit you need to install in your home.

The right hot water system should equal your household's daily domestic hot water demand or slightly exceed it. It is important to avoid picking an oversized water heater as it will only waste energy due to the unused capacity. 

The locally available energy sources

Even though today's water heaters use different energy sources to heat water, not all of these energy sources are available in all areas of the country.

For instance, rural dwellers that aren't connected to the national electrical grid cannot use electric water heaters while people that live in homes that do not receive adequate sunlight during the day might not find solar to be a viable way to meet their hot water demand. 

When picking a water heater for your home, make sure the fuel source required to operate it is locally available and affordable. 

Residential water heaters come in many sizes and configurations to meet everyone's needs. While having many choices is a good thing, it can make it harder for you to make the correct choice. That's why you need to know what to look for in your residential water heating system. Feel free to consult a hot water system installer if you need someone to help you find the perfect water heater for your domestic needs.

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