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How is it better?

A power vented water heater doesn’t require a chimney to operate, so it offers more flexibility. In many cases, power vent water heaters are installed in rooms that have an exterior wall – so that ductwork can easily be added to push the air out of the home.

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What is a power vent water heater?

A power vented water heater is similar to a conventional water heater, with the added power of a built-in fan. The fan actively pulls the gases out of the water heater and pushes them out of the home.

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Why is a Heat Pump Water Heater called a Hybrid Water Heater?

A heat pump water heater is also known as a hybrid water heater because it generates heat in two ways – using the heat pump system or using the built-in electric heating elements. It can also modulate between the two systems in order to find the perfect balance between energy efficiency and hot water recovery…

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Where can I install a heat pump water heater?

Since it requires only a plumbing line and electricity, a heat pump water heater can be installed virtually anywhere in the home. One thing to keep in mind is that through the refrigeration process, heat pump water heaters blow cold air into the room they are in, causing the room’s temperature to be cooler.^

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How can I upgrade my Conventional Water Heater to a heat pump water heater?

When going from a gas water heater to a Hybrid, you will still need a professional installer to disconnect the gas and plumbing connections from the existing gas-powered water heater before installing a heat pump water heater. Once a heat pump water heater is added in place, the installer would need to connect the electrical…

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What is a heat pump water heater?

Heat pump water heater uses heat pump technology to heat water within a storage tank at a much more efficient level than typical electric water heaters. They work by taking the heat from the water tanks surrounding air through a fan on the upper intake port Refrigerant then absorbs the heat from the air and…

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Can I link my Generac Standby Generator with a smart home device?

Yes, you can link the Mobile Link app with ecobee and/or Amazon Alexa to get detailed information about your Generac Standby Generator’s status. ecobee Don’t miss out on the ultimate energy management experience! As a Mobile Link user, you can now get the convenience of checking your generator’s status from the comfort of your own…