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.
Next to space heating, water heating is the second largest portion of
energy use in your home – about 15% to 20%. 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
|
Water Heater |
Natural Gas
Cost |
Electric
Cost |
Propane
Cost |
Approx.
Annual
Savings
Up to: |
|
950 m3/yr |
$301 |
$541 |
$719 |
$418 |
Based on Fuel rates as of Nov 1, 2007
Natural Gas $0.3169 per m3
Propane $0.518 per litre
Electricity $0.0938 per kWh
Fuel Oil $0.827 per litre
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
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