Heat pumps are great for heating and cooling your home, but did you know this same technology can also be used to heat your water? It’s a good idea to proactively replace your water heater every 8-10 years, so if yours is due for replacement or if your current one has failed, it’s worth considering a heat pump water heater (HPWH).
Traditional water heaters are powered by electric resistance, gas, oil, or propane, and use a lot of energy to heat up water. Heat pump water heaters, on the other hand, are much more efficient because they use the heat from the surrounding air in the room to heat up the water in your tank. In fact, they are up to 4x more efficient than conventional electric water heaters, and 7x more efficient than gas. They also dehumidify the surrounding space and some models can detect leaks in your hot water system and automatically shut off the hot water supply. In addition to reducing your energy use, you can also get a $750 instant discount from Mass Save for installing a qualified model.
For more information, check out our fact sheet all about heat pump water heaters, and contact HeatSmartNewton@gmail.com if you have any questions about making a switch.
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