An increasingly popular option for many appliance upgrades is to opt for a smart-enabled option. You may already know this option is available for ovens, refrigerators, and HVAC systems. You may not be aware the smart-enabled option is available for hot water tank systems as well. At first, you may not see a benefit in this type of appliance. However, there are some significant benefits you should know before having a hot water tank installation done by a local plumber. 

Leak Detection

A concern for many homeowners about their hot water tanks deals with leaks. Even the smallest leak can cause huge issues with water damage and wood rot. Small leaks may go unnoticed for a long period of time. This can be due to the location or the size of the leak being so small. With a smart-enabled hot water tank system, you can have the benefit of leak detection. This leak detection system will notify you when there is a leak or when there is a suspected leak due to a loss of water that is abnormal. 

Temperature Monitoring

An issue you may currently have is not knowing when hot water is ready. For example, you may have a busy morning using hot water for laundry, showers, and dishes. There may be other tasks that need hot water, but you have to wait for the water to reheat in the tank. With a smart-enabled hot water tank system, you can be notified when the water in your tank has reached the desired temperature. You can also set the desired temperature from your smart device. This is helpful when you may want hotter water or cooler water depending on the person using the hot water at the time. 

Damaged Parts

There are several working parts in a hot water tank that can become damaged over time. These parts can lead to leaks and to issues with the overall operation of the tank. There are some hot water tank manufacturers who offer parts monitoring as part of the smart-enabled system. This monitoring allows the system to run a smart-enabled diagnostic test on a routine basis. If any issues are found, you are notified through the smart device. 

If you believe a smart-enabled hot water tank system would be ideal for your home, contact your local plumber. They can schedule a time for hot water tank installation. They can also discuss the various options available to you, warranties, and other related information. If you have any questions about maintaining your hot water tank or seasonal maintenance that should be completed, discuss this with your plumber during their installation visit.