Super Insulated Gas Water Heater

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Super insulated gas water heater.

An insulation blanket can make some water heaters more energy efficient. Natural gas ultra low nox water heater does not require an electrical outlet and features push button ignition for match free start up making it a perfect for replacement of an existing water heater. Electrical or other tape tape comes with most insulation blanket kits step by step instructions. Find super high efficiency tankless gas water heaters at lowe s today.

For gas water heaters turn the gas valve to the pilot position. That s because high density polyurethane is a much more effective insulator than standard fiberglass insulation. It loses as much heat on a freezing night as your fiberglass insulated gas or electric water heater loses in your basement each night. The higher the r value the thicker the blanket and the more insulating horsepower.

It pulls long draws of hot water while minimizing energy consumption. The sunbank water tank is insulated with 55mm of hdp insulation. Natural gas the rheem performance 40 gal. Gloves and a dust mask.

For electric heaters turn off the breaker at the electric panel. If your water heater is located in unconditioned space a garage basement or attic or you don t want added heat install a heavy blanket r 11 or better. Provides ample amount of hot water for households with 2 to 4 people.