Hot Water Recirculating Pump in Austin, TX

Hate having cold water running for several minutes while waiting for the shower to get warm? Wait no more! Homeowners looking for a solution to slow arriving hot water will be thrilled with a hot water recirculating pump, installed by a licensed ABC plumber.

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In the case of a sink fixture, shower or bathtub located a good distance from the water heater, hot water must travel a long way. In the meantime, you’re letting a valuable resource flow down the drain while driving up the cost of your water bill. In instances like this, a small hot water recirculating pump might be the answer. It keeps hot water continuously at the ready, and there’s very little wait time (and little wasted water) when you turn on the faucet. Most any bathroom can accommodate one and the space demand is so minimal, they can fit inside most small bathroom cabinets or closets.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the recirculating pump work?

It’s an electric device that functions like any pump to move water. Unlike traditional systems that waste cold water, demand systems use a pump to return cooled water to the water heater, saving energy and water. In this particular case, the pump sends the cooled down water (furthest away from the water heater) in your hot water pipe back to the water heater, instead of just sending it down the drain.

What are the main benefits of having a recirculating pump installed?

With a recirculating pump, you get:

  • Reduced Wait Time: Eliminates the wait for hot water at distant fixtures and prevents cold water waste.
  • Water and Energy Savings: System recycles cooled water back to the heater, reducing water waste and lowering energy costs.
  • Control Features: Activate the system via buttons, timers, or motion sensors as needed.

Can any home have a pump installed?

In most cases, yes. There needs to be a water heater in the home, and there needs to be electricity for the pump to be able to run. There’s a small amount of space taken up by the pump, and some kind of switch to turn on the pump must be mounted somewhere. Most installations are simple, and pumps can compactly fit inside a small cabinet or closet.

Can one pump work for a sink fixture, shower and bathtub fixture in the same bathroom?

In most cases, yes. There may be some rare applications where a bathroom might not allow for it to be plumbed, but most of the time, one pump in one bathroom will work for all water outlets in that particular bathroom.

Is this only available for bathrooms?

No, but bathrooms are the most common place a recirculating pump is used. However, a utility room with hot water fixture, outdoor shower or outdoor sink would all be potential other places for use.

Can anyone install a recirculating pump?

Technically, yes, but this work is best performed by licensed plumbers and electricians. Done incorrectly, water damage and even fire or other electrical damage can occur. Homeowner policies & insurance companies can take a dim view of claim damage when the work is a result of improper installation.

What does something like this cost?

Every installation is unique, and many factors can come into play, but most homes can outfit one bathroom with a hot water recirculating pump for around $800, if electricity access is easy. Location of bathroom, extended electrical work, physical access to areas in and around bathroom and pump can impact the total cost.

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