Don't get burned, plan ahead.
A water heater lasts about 10–15 years, and when it fails it can leave you with a big mess. When in a rush to replace, it's hard to evaluate options and consumers often end up with the least efficient choice. If you're one of the 27 million households with a water heater that's more than ten years old, consider replacing it with an ENERGY STAR qualified model before it fails. By acting early you have more control of your purchase and can start saving money right away.

Get your energy bills out of hot water.
Most Americans have conventional water heaters that are barely more efficient than ones sold 20 years ago. Today's new ENERGY STAR qualified water heaters include smart design enhancements that offer significant improvements in efficiency — and performance. Depending on the technology you choose, you can cut your water heating costs in half!

Federal Tax Credit
For many energy star Water heaters you can receive a federal tax credit for 30% of the cost up to 1,500. A tax credit means you will get this money back dollar for dollar at tax season.

Residential solar water heater
Creating hot water with solar energy is one of the most efficient methods available to homeowners! Because hot water is the second largest energy load in most homes, going to a solar hot water system will save you a significant amount on your energy bills. How much?

A typical solar hot water system in our area will save your family up to 90% of their hot water demands in the summer, 75% in the fall and 50% in the winter. Experts agree, a solar water heating system is the easiest investment in renewable energy.

Plus, you will receive a 30% tax credit on the total cost of the system, up to $2,000.

Tankless Water Heaters
Because the water is heated continuously as it flows through the heater, the supply of hot water from a tankless heater is unlimited except by the flow rate of the heater – and a standard tankless heater can provide more than 250 gallons an hour at 120 degrees.

Compared to a standard residential storage tank style water heater, which will provide about 70 gallons per hour, it is easy to see why tankless water heaters are so popular now. In 99% of the installations, a single gas-fired tankless heater can provide enough hot water for your entire house.