Hot Water Recirculating Pumps: What Are They & Why You May Need One

If it seems you’re always waiting for water to get hot at the faucet or shower, you may want to consider a water recirculating pump for your Fountain Hills or Sun Valley area home. Running excessive water is not only wasteful, increasing the ecological footprint you leave, but it also increases the cost of monthly utilities. Essentially, you’re throwing water down the drain. 

Why does it take so long to get hot water?

Homes nowadays tend to be larger, so the hot water has to travel further from the water heater to the point of use. Another reason you wait longer for hot water is the size of the pipes. Plumbers used smaller pipes when constructing homes in the past. There have been many changes in construction and plumbing services industry standards over the years, including using piping with larger diameters throughout the home, which requires more time for water to be circulated. 

What Can I Do About It?

There’s no need to fret about a frustrating hot water situation. Shadrach Plumbing & Cooling’s plumbing services division has skilled technicians who can assess your home’s specific design and layout. They have the expertise needed to determine the best way to shorten the time you wait for hot water, wherever you are in your home. 

When it comes to recirculating pumps, you have a few types from which to choose. The most common is installed above the water heater. There are also under-the-sink models. The least used application is the complete hot water recirculating pump system. Each type of recirculating pump will get the job done. The differences depend upon your home’s specific situation, the outcome you desire and the total resources you wish to invest. The knowledgeable plumbers in  Shadrach’s plumbing services unit will be able to help you sort out which recirculating pump is best for you.

What’s the Bottom Line?

If you’re tired of wasting time and money when you need hot water, wait no longer! Simply call Shadrach Plumbing & Cooling now to speak with one of our knowledgeable staff and get started on a solution today by installing a reliable recirculating pump.