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Inland Empire Heater Recirculation Pump Installations in Corona Riverside
Inland empire Water Heater Recirculation Pump Installations
If you want to save water, save energy, and have the convenience of getting hot water as soon as you turn the faucet on, water heater recirculation pumps are best mechanism to install in your plumbing system. Whether you are building a new home, or are seeking more efficiency in your current house, you can install a water heater recirculation pump to bring you the energy savings and instant hot water to fit your household’s needs.
Water heater recirculation pumps are designed to avoid water waste, while providing you with more accessible heated water to your fixtures. There is a whole lot of water that can be wasted when you turn on your faucet or shower while you wait for the hot water to run through the water line and get to you. This water simply goes down the drain. Recirculation pumps actually process that water in a way that doesn’t waste the water, but re-uses it for your convenience.
How Does Water Heater Recirculation Pump Work
Water heater recirculation pumps work by maintaining your water’s heated temperature and recirculating unused water back through the water heater itself. There are various options for installation, but mainly two primarily stand out.
- Recirculation pump at your water heater – This type of installation is usually for homes under construction where it can be installed during the plumbing installation process. This is because it requires a completely dedicated line from the farthest fixture from your water heater and the water heater itself. This works to recirculate your heated water and keep it at high temperatures without letting the water cool down so much and having to then reheat. This extra water line can be installed after a home is completed, but it requires a lot more involvement and can be a hassle.
- Pump at point of use – This method of installation does not require a dedicated water line back to the water heater, which makes it perfect for existing homes and businesses. The way this installation is set up is with the recirculation pump in between the hot and cold water lines at the fixture. Usually it’s underneath a vanity or sink. As the hot water is sent from the water heater, the pump pushes the existing water in the hot water line through to the cold water side until it reaches a certain temperature, then shuts off. This allows you to get hot water without having to heat as much volume and decreases water waste.
The Timer
Most water heater recirculation pumps have a timer or sensor system (or both) to decrease spending energy and increase conservation at times when you are not going to need hot water. These times are usually when you are in bed or during the day when you may be at work or school. You can usually set these timers as well for hot showers in the morning, or doing dishes at night. If your recirculation pump has a sensor on it, it will automatically recognize when you normally use hot water and adjust itself accordingly.