Tankless Water Heater for the Kitchen

Let's face it - plumbing is not sexy. Granite countertops and cherry wood cabinets are sexy. Plumbing is probably the very last thing you're thinking about when you remodel your kitchen.

Right?

What's usually the first thing you need when you're cooking in your kitchen - I bet it's hot water. You might want to consider a bit of a plumbing upgrade in the designs of your kitchen renovation project.

If your home already has a traditional or even a tankless water heater, your kitchen is more than likely far away from it. Distance is what causes problems for any water heater so it might be a good idea to install a tankless heater that can run your kitchen sink, dishwasher (and maybe a nearby bathroom or clothes washer.) This could help you get hot water much faster when you need it.

It's important to consider several factors when adding a tankless water heater for your kitchen:

• When selecting a unit, consider how much water flow you'll need for the room. A qualified plumber should be able to let you know what your needs are for the sink, dishwasher, and everything else in use in the kitchen.
  
• Consider location for the unit - a tankless water heater needs proper venting and, to avoid long distances (which is your advantage), needs to be close to the kitchen.
  
• Have your plumber inspect your gas lines and meter to make sure it can support a tankless water heater.

If you would like to save money on heating your water and you'd love to get a fairly unlimited supply of hot water, think about adding a 2nd and smaller tankless hot water heater to your kitchen remodeling plans. It will certainly cost more than installing another traditional hot water heater (units can range from $800 to $1200 and cost about the same to install) but if you're developing a high-end kitchen with all the modern conveniences, it could be a vital ingredient of your renovated home.

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