Basement Renovation by **CORE Remodeling Services** in Hudson, MA

CORE Remodeling Services has completed many basement renovations in the Worcester County and Metro West area. We have many customers that have asked us to replace their hot water heaters during this process. We have been asked what the difference is between tank and tankless heaters. We hope that you find this article helpful.

Storage tank water heaters have an insulated tank where water is heated and stored until it's needed. They're available in electric, propane and natural gas models.

Tank size is an important consideration. Base your decision on household size. One to two people will need a 30-gallon tank. Three to four people will use a 40-to-50 gallon tank.

Also think about the recovery rate — the number of gallons of water the heater can heat in an hour. The greater your demand for hot water, the higher recovery rate you need.

Know the dimensions of the space where your water heater will be stored and ensure that the one you want will fit.

Tankless, or on-demand, heats water as it passes through a series of coils in the unit instead of storing it.

These units only heat water as you use it, so they are usually more energy-efficient than a traditional storage tank water heater.
They’re available in electric, LP and natural gas models.
Most tankless units can provide up to 3.5 gallons of heated water per minute. They are best for homes that demand only one or two areas of water use at one time; say the shower and the dishwasher or the kitchen sink and the washing machine.

Energy-efficiency

Whichever fuel source you use, a water heater can be the third largest energy user in your home, so you’ll want a unit that offers energy and cost savings. Research the energy-efficiency and yearly operating costs of a water heater before you decide which one is right for your needs. You can find this info listed clearly on the Energy Star label.

About us

CORE Remodeling Services is one of the top remodeling companies in the Worcester County and Metro West area. We are a design and build firm that specializes in remodeling kitchens, bathrooms, basements, attics, deck building, window and door replacements and other home renovations. We are committed to developing long-term relationships with our customers. We will exceed expectations and gain your trust through superior performance by every member of our team. We pride ourselves on bringing professionalism to a trade that has a well-earned, poor reputation.