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Back in 1990, the mandatory standard helped save 3.2 quads of energy. Another change in 2004 saved 6 quads of energy. Today’s standard is set to generate more savings, leading to a 3.3 quads of energy savings from water heaters purchased from 2015 to 2044.

In addition, it’s also estimated that homeowners and building owners save about $63 billion in energy bills, and lower carbon dioxide emissions by 172.5 million metric tons – an amount equal to the greenhouse gas emissions released by almost 40 million cars.

What Does it Mean for You?

Most Plumbers in Long Beach CA will tell you that water heater manufacturers and designers have been hard at work to help develop heating systems to go with the new standards.

The new standard applies only to newly purchased systems, so manufacturers can still sell already manufactured systems that don’t meet the new guidelines, but only until they run out. Our Long Beach plumbers say that iIf you’re in the market for a water heater upgrade, it’s to your benefit to check out the systems that do comply with regulations.

Water Efficiency Changes Mean Savings

The top benefit homeowners get from seeking out a water heater that adheres to the new standard is with a doubt SAVINGS! Ultimately, the more efficient the water heater you purchase, the more savings you’ll get on the back end.

There are an assortment of standards depending on the type of water heater you actually get.

  • Gas-fired water heaters must meet an Energy Factor (EF) of 0.675 for systems under 55 gallons, while systems over 55 gallons must meet 0.8012 EF.
  • Oil-fired water heaters over 50 gallons must meet an EF of 0.68.
  • Electric water heaters under 55 gallons must achieve 0.960 EF, while systems between 55 and 120 gallons must meet 2.057 EF.
  • Tankless water heaters must meet 0.82 (gas fired) or 0.93 (electric).