Electric Water Heating
Not only are water heaters the second largest energy user in the home, up to 30% of its energy goes to keeping the water hot while it's not being used - a waste of money, energy, and natural resources.
Ways you can save
Take advantage of low electric rates when you sign up for one of our energy-saving water heating programs.
Whole House Water Storage Rate, 10.80¢ per kWh, (general service meter)
Separately Metered Water Storage Rate, 4.67¢ per kWh
Separately Metered PowerNap Water Heating, 5.60¢ per kWh
Non-Metered PowerNap Water Heating, flat rate credit of $8 per month
Which program is right for you?
Let a Connexus representative help you decide which option is right for you. Call Member Services at 763.323.2650.
How to Sign-Up
- A one-time equipment fee of $50 will be added to your electric bill at the time of ordering.
- Complete the online program application.
- Once your meter socket and equipment have been installed and a state electrical inspection has been completed, request meter installation and rate activation here or call Connexus Energy at 763.323.2650.
Rebates
Connexus Energy offers rebates to members on qualifying water heaters.
Electric Thermal Storage (ETS) Water Heater Rebate
Save $400 on qualifying ETS Water Heating Systems.
Download ETS Water Heater Rebate Form
Heat Pump Water Heater Rebate
Save $500 on qualifying Heat Pump Water Heaters.
Download Heat Pump Water Heater Rebate Form
Tankless Water Heaters
Learn More About Tankless Water Heaters.
What are they?
Tankless water heaters, also known as demand or instantaneous water heaters, have been popular and readily available to consumers all over the world for many years. While the technology is not new in the United States, there is a growing interest and increase in the number of homeowner installations.
In general, tankless water heaters differ from the more common storage tank water heater in that it does not heat water and keep it stored in a tank waiting to be used. Rather, it heats the water as you use it. Manufacturers of tankless water heaters typically cite four advantages of tankless water heaters:
In general, tankless water heaters differ from the more common storage tank water heater in that it does not heat water and keep it stored in a tank waiting to be used. Rather, it heats the water as you use it. Manufacturers of tankless water heaters typically cite four advantages of tankless water heaters:
- Unlimited (continuous) supply of hot water
- Instantaneous hot water if installed at point of use
- Reduced water-heating costs
- Small amount of space required for installation
What you need to know
Like with most things, choosing the type of water heater for your home is a personal decision. If you are planning to install a tankless water heating system, there are a few things you need to consider:
- Tankless water heaters require a great amount of electricity to heat water quickly. Sometimes the electric demand of a tankless water heater can exceed the electric demand of the rest of your home by 2 or 3 times. You need to make sure your electric service, not just your electric panel, can handle the additional electric demand. Otherwise, you may experience power quality issues in your home (or neighborhood), including voltage fluctuations or flickering lights.
- Neighborhood electrical systems are designed to meet the needs of a typical residential neighborhood. When homeowners install tankless water heaters, the increased demand may exceed the specifications and require system upgrades.
Home Generator Safety & Installation
Generators, disconnects & transfer switches must be inspected.