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The Plumbing Edge for September, 2016
Heffner Plumbing Greetings!

We see the yellow stickers on appliances all of the time, but do you really pay attention to them? I typically don't, especially when I always see these on water heaters. The yellow stickers are called Energy Guides and are mandated by the Department of Energy to show energy use and efficiency of a product. I recently had a customer question me about the Energy Guide for a Navien tankless water heater as compared to a conventional tank type water heater. I couldn't answer the question, so I had to do some research and came up with some interesting information. I have pictured the Energy Guides for a Navien tankless water heater along with a 50 gallon natural gas water heater and a 50 gallon electric water heater below. The Navien wins hands down, with the 50 gallon gas second and the 50 gallon electric costing the most to operate on an annual basis. Tankless water heaters only heat water when needed, so the energy costs are extremely low as compared to a gas or electric tank type water heater. With the on demand heating, tankless water heaters will actually pay for themselves over time. A tank type water heater will NEVER do that. Something to consider when your water heater needs to be replaced. 


I'm be the first to admit that I am not an accountant with an understanding of the Federal Tax Code, but I just recently found out that there is a Federal Tax Credit for $300.00 for tankless water heaters. According to what I have read, this is due to expire on December 31, 2016. Will this be renewed in 2017? I have no clue! Another fact to consider when replacing your water heater however.


Energy Guide for a Navien NPE-240A tankless water heater. 
Energy Guide for a 50 gallon electric water heater. 
Energy Guide for a 50 gallon gas water heater. 
Tired of the Presidential campaign? Me too!
In my opinion, November can't come fast enough so we don't have to see all of the mud-slinging political campaigns on TV. Although I will never run for political office, I did decide to have some fun this year and launched a "Vote for Heffner Plumbing in 2016" campaign in August. My goal is to gain 100 new customers in 100 days. If you believe in what I do as a plumber and would like to refer me to friends or family, that would be greatly appreciated. Here's a link to the Facebook page that I created:

Vote For Heffner Plumbing Facebook Page

Referral Partner of the Month- Matt Koehlinger

Matt Koehlinger is passionate about what he does as a mortgage broker. He brings a level of service and commitment that is rare in this day and age. Looking to buy a house? Speak to Matt first so you actually know what you are qualified to buy. He can also help with refinancing if you are so inclined. 

317-844-2250 Office

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We're Empty Nesters Y'all!
Our youngest daughter, Sarah, shipped out to the Indiana Academy on August 3rd and our oldest daughter, Caitlin, headed back to Purdue on August 19th. It's official...  Deb and I are now Empty Nesters! Yes, the house is more quiet and we're not running around going to different school  events the way we have been for years. We miss the girls, but not the mess or the chaos.  :-)
  
Please Don't Call, Write!
As technology and social media continue to change, I now receive service requests via phone, text message, e-mail and Facebook message. My preferred format for service requests is by e-mail since these are easier for me to track and respond to. If there is an emergency, obviously calling the emergency service number is suggested. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated!

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Emergency Service:  317-643-2534

 

I hope that you had a nice summer and are enjoying the fall season thus far. 

Best wishes,

David Heffner
Heffner Plumbing 
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