How Do These New Hybrid Electric / Heat Pump Water Heaters Work?
A compressor and evaporator are integrated into the electric water heater unit and the evaporator draws in ambient heat from surrounding air using two variable speed fans. Condenser coils wrap the tank all the way to the bottom to transfer this heat into the tank and heat the water. This innovative process creates the same amount of hot water as a traditional electric water heater, but can reduce water heating expenses up to 62% to save $320 per year (amount varies to individual situations). And that could have a dramatic impact on monthly utility bills for years to come!
