Though electric hot water heater typically costs more initially, it usually costs less to operate because of lower energy use. Since it only heats water when required instead of continuously maintaining a tank of heated water. Even homes or buildings with high demand for hot water may realize some level of savings. If instant hot water at taps at limited hours is a priority, electric hot water heater can accommodate a recirculation system by using an aquastat and timer to decrease the added heat loss from the recirculation system. If the storage tank of an electric heater is highly insulated. So that the outer surface of the tank is only slightly warmer than the ambient air. The savings with a tankless heater is less.

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