You May Not Need a Bigger Water Heater—Just a Smarter One

It’s happened to everyone. You are the last one in the shower and halfway through, the water turns cold. Or it’s late, and all you want is a relaxing bath, but the dishwasher and laundry have used all your hot water. Your water heater just doesn’t seem big enough for your family anymore, but you aren’t ready to replace the one you have. While you may think the only solution is to install a bigger water heater, there could be a better solution. A tank booster.

What is a Tank Booster? 
A tank booster is a valve that mixes hot water with cold water to safely deliver more hot water to your tap. Tank boosters attach to your existing water heater and can increase your usable hot water supply by up to 45 or 50%. Compatible with most standard tank water heaters, a tank booster can be a smart and cost-effective way to increase the amount of hot water in your home.

How Can a Tank Booster Benefit You? 
Adding a tank booster to your existing water heater can be a budget-friendly and effective way to provide your family with more hot water, without the expense of buying a new or larger water tank. Below are some of the benefits of installing a tank booster:

• Energy Efficiency: Because it heats water to a higher temperature, then mixes it with cool water to lower the temperature, there is less reheating of the full tank.
• Cost-Efficiency: A tank booster attaches to your existing water heater, so you don’t have to deal with the expense of replacing your current water heater.
• Safety: Tank boosters mix hot water with cooler water to a temperature you select. This built-in anti-scald protection prevents injuries.
• Space: Not only can a new water heater be expensive, but they can take up more space. Since the tank booster works with your existing heater, you don’t need to squeeze a larger tank in a tight utility space.

When Should You Consider a Tank Booster?
In many cases, a tank booster can be an effective alternative to a larger water heater. How do you know if a tank booster is the right choice for your home? Consider adding a tank booster to your water heater if:

• Your family has a high demand for hot water (e.g., multiple showers, laundry, dishwasher use).
• Your home has limited space for a larger water heater.
• You want to improve energy efficiency but aren’t ready to replace your current water heater.

If you find that your home’s water heater isn’t able to keep up with your family’s demand for hot water, adding a tank booster might be a good choice for your household.

Blue Chip Plumbing can help you decide if a tank booster is the right option for you and your family. Contact us here or give us a call today at (513) 999-6820 to speak to a plumbing specialist and get a free quote on installing one today.