Ranking among the best-kept secrets in home appliances, heat pump water heaters (also known as hybrid electric water heaters) are ultra-efficient. But they are also notable for performing as well as or better than standard electric tanks, with a long lifespan and unmatched savings, too!
Sound too good to be true? Here’s how it’s possible.
A heat pump water heater works by capturing heat from the surrounding air and transferring it to the tank. This is much more efficient than standard electric water heaters, which work hard to generate their own heat. In fact, heat pump water heaters use just 40% of the electricity consumed by conventional models—a difference you will notice on your electric bill.
Efficiency is great, but it wouldn’t mean much without the performance to back it up. This is where heat pump water heaters really deliver, typically even better than standard electric tanks.
The average First Hour Rating, a measure of how much hot water that can be delivered from a fully heated tank, is higher for heat pump water heaters than for conventional electric models.
And the Recovery Rate, or the amount of hot water that can be produced in a given period of time, is significantly better for heat pump water heaters.
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How long does a good thing last? The answer for heat pump water heaters may come as a pleasant surprise. Their typical lifespan is 13-15 years. This reliability is reflected in the warranties, too. A 10-year warranty is standard, compared to conventional electric tanks which typically have a 6-year warranty.
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While these are all great reasons to choose a heat pump water heater, the most rewarding thing might actually be the unmatched savings potential. Normally, conventional water heaters generally have a lower purchase price, but extended through January 31, 2021, a 50 gallon Rheem Prestige ProTerra heat pump water heater is only $1,399 installed, that’s over 40% off the regular price! Plus, 0% interest financing is also available!
After that, the heat pump water heater will cost less to operate compared to a conventional electric model, saving you about $3,500 over its 10-year warrantied life!
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So if a water can do all that while using significantly less energy, why not make the switch? Give us a call at (541) 928-8942 and we’ll help you find the right heat pump water heater for your home.
