Water Heaters

Get your fill of hot water. . .

Natural gas water heaters give you all the hot water you need, when you need it. And natural gas heats your water three times as fast as electricity.

Since no two families are alike, lifestyle and habits should be considered when estimating water heater needs. The best size will depend on the number and age of family members, how many dishes and clothes are washed, and the number of bathrooms in the home.

Water heating accounts for about 9% of your total household energy costs. That's why it makes sense to choose an efficient natural gas water heater. Look for a water heater with a high energy factor (EF). The higher the better! Models that vent directly through an outside wall means there is no need for a chimney.

Visit your SaskEnergy Network Member for a selection of natural gas water heating equipment and convenient financing (OAC).

Count your savings with natural gas

Based on Fuel rates as of August 1, 2010
Natural Gas $0.2671 per m³
Propane $0.5420 per litre
Electricity $0.1061 per kWh
 

It takes 30 minutes for a natural gas water heater to replace the hot water used for a 10 minute shower, which is 63% faster than an electric water heater. (Source: Canadian Gas Association)

Installation

When installing your new water heater, it is essential that a qualified natural gas contractor do the work.

For further information from the Office of Energy Efficiency, Natural Resources Canada...