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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.
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.
The ABC Process
1. Contact ABC
When you contact us, we will schedule a service call to evaluate the problem. For emergencies, we will send a pro to your home as soon as possible.
2. Get An Estimate
We'll provide you with an estimate for all needed services. Once we get your approval, our pros will get right to work.
3. Perform Services
We will work quickly to perform the desired services. At the end of your service call, we'll update you on what we did and any other needed follow-up.
4. Comfort Guarantee
If you are unhappy with our work, let us know and we will send someone back to your home to make things right at no additional cost.
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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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Michelle Magid
7/29/2025
“ABC is simply the best company around. We started using them a decade ago for pest control. Then we slowly transitioned to using them for everything— our air conditioning services, our plumbing, our handyman services, and now our electricity. ABC gives me hope that businesses can still be ethical, have excellent customer service, and provide high quality work at a good price. Zach Sellers is the electrician that just installed lights in our garage and extra plugs in our bathroom. He was so polite. His work had the precision of a neurosurgeon!!! Three years, we ended our home warranty insurance with American Home Shield. Home Shield often could not do the job (twice, we called ABC to fix their work) or were unable to come out in a timely manner. ABC employees are more skilled, more efficient, and nicer than anyone that Home Shield sent. I love ABC and I highly recommend them for ALL your home needs.”
C. Smith
7/24/2025
“Last week, ABC's Alma A. provided the best service consultation that I've ever had for any type of service. She visited my home to investigate a wildlife concern in my yard. She was personable and professional. She communicated clearly throughout the visit. I was informed about what she was looking for, what she observed, what was not a concern, what was a concern, and the action I could take. All of my questions were thoroughly answered and I was very much put at ease by her expertise. The proposed services were reasonable to me, but the quality of Alma’s consultation sold me on doing business with ABC. Yesterday, I received great pest control service from Jeremy A. He was cordial and knowledgeable. All of my questions were fully answered and tasks were completed efficiently. An additional service was unexpectedly needed. Jeremy called the office and quickly arranged to handle it during the same visit. That was so helpful. So far, I am very pleased with ABC.”
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