A well-maintained water heater is essential for an efficient home, providing hot water when you need it while keeping energy costs under control. Regular cleaning is a key part of water heater upkeep, ensuring its longevity and optimal performance. Here’s a comprehensive guide to cleaning your water heater and keeping it in top shape.

Water management is a critical concern for multifamily building owners and managers. From the risk of leaks causing extensive damage to skyrocketing utility bills due to inefficiencies, managing water systems effectively can make or break the profitability of a property. Guard Dog Valves are a game-changing solution designed to address these challenges head-on.

Located at 201 Federal Street in the heart of Portland’s business and historic district, ‘The Casco’ is the newest addition to the cityscape standing tall at 18 stories and 190 feet, surpassing the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception’s long-held title as the tallest building in Portland. This state-of-the-art residential building boasts 265 rental apartments and offers premium amenities including a gym, workspace, and sky lounge. Construction began in 2021, under the leadership of Redfern Properties as the developer, with Landry French as the general contractor collaborating with Ranor Mechanical.

Built in 2010, The Gotham Hotel on 46th Street in New York City (thegothamhotelny.com) shares a historic bond with the city that rivals its oldest hotels. The Gotham Hotel is an independently owned and family operated 67-room Midtown Manhattan boutique hotel with sleek and modern accommodations, amenities and service.

When choosing a water heater, one of the most crucial decisions you’ll face is whether to go for a gas or electric model. Both types offer distinct advantages and disadvantages, impacting factors like energy efficiency, cost, and overall performance. 

Water heaters are a staple in every home, providing hot water necessary for everything from showers to dishwashing. Yet, many homeowners overlook the importance of regular maintenance until issues arise.

Water conservation is becoming increasingly important in all sectors, especially in multifamily buildings, where high water usage and potential waste are common. In these settings, the collective impact of many residents means that effective water-saving strategies can lead to significant benefits, both for the environment and for operational costs. Below we’ll explore the key strategies for reducing water usage in multifamily buildings and why conservation is critical for long-term sustainability.

Hot water is essential in various settings, from homes and commercial buildings to hospitals, ensuring comfort, hygiene, and efficiency. Behind the seamless delivery of hot water at the right temperature lies a sophisticated system known as an engineered hot water control system. These systems are designed to regulate temperature, pressure, and flow while maintaining safety and energy efficiency. Below, we will explore how these systems work, their key components, and technological advancements.

Heat pumps are an efficient way to heat and cool your home, but they require regular maintenance to operate at peak efficiency. Neglecting their upkeep can lead to reduced performance and higher energy costs. In this blog post, we'll guide you through the steps to clean your heat pump effectively and highlight the importance of regular maintenance.

Understanding the internal components of a water heater is crucial for building owners who want to ensure their systems run efficiently and last longer. Each part plays a specific role in heating and delivering hot water throughout a building. Moreover, incorporating advanced technologies like Gigawatt’s Flowmix can further enhance a water heater’s efficiency and lifespan. Let's explore the essential parts of a water heater and understand how Flowmix can make a significant difference.

CHICAGO – Gigawatt announces today the exclusive Michigan and Illinois distribution rights to Ephoca’s through-wall heat pumps. Ephoca's all-in-one (AIO) through-wall heat pumps are changing the game of energy-efficient heating and cooling by drastically simplifying the installation process and offering a sleek alternative to standard mini-splits. The innovative technology has no outdoor compressor or refrigerant line sets. Ephoca solves the challenge of retrofitting buildings without balconies and opens doors for decarbonizing multifamily apartment units across America.

DETROIT – Gigawatt announces today the successful completion of a landmark heat pump retrofit project at 1800 W Bethune St., a historic 99-year-old building deeply rooted in Detroit's historic manufacturing heritage. The developer, Design Build Detroit, utilized Ephoca to solve the challenge of retrofitting buildings without balconies and opens doors for decarbonizing approximately 50,000 multifamily apartment units across Detroit.

Discover the ideal hot water tank size for your multifamily building. This article offers expert insights to help you calculate hot water demand and select the perfect capacity, ensuring comfort and efficiency for your residents. Finding the right hot water tank size for your multifamily property is critical for meeting demand, energy efficiency, system longevity, space utilization, and safety regulations.

Tankless water heaters, also known as on-demand water heaters or instantaneous water heaters, are innovative appliances designed to provide hot water as needed WITHOUT the use of a storage tank. Unlike traditional water heaters, which continuously heat and store water in a large tank, tankless water heaters heat water only when there is a demand for it, such as when a faucet is turned on or an appliance requiring hot water is activated.

Water heaters are indispensable appliances in multifamily buildings, ensuring a consistent hot water supply for various domestic needs. The choice of water heater type profoundly impacts efficiency, utility costs, and resident satisfaction. This article delves into the nuances of different water heater options to empower building owners with the knowledge to make informed decisions.

Discover the principles behind water heaters, their components, and energy efficiency. Learn how Gigawatt’s products can help multifamily buildings decarbonize and save.

In an era where sustainability is paramount, energy-efficient water heating solutions are gaining traction. These innovations not only reduce utility costs but also minimize environmental impact, making them an attractive choice for multifamily buildings.

At the heart of every water heater lies a complex system designed to heat and distribute water efficiently.

Ephoca Heat Pumps offer two distinct types: the Ephoca 2.0 Horizontal for situations with limited vertical clearance and the Ephoca 2.0 Vertical for those with the flexibility for a vertical installation. These options ensure that Ephoca can meet a wide range of spatial constraints and heating and cooling requirements, providing efficient and effective climate control solutions for various settings and spaces. Ephoca offers two primary types of heat pumps:

The 83-unit, 4½-story building, 1800 W. Bethune St., is set to reopen Feb. 1 as the Bethune Lofts with asking rents on the lower end of what is typically found in newly built or rehabbed buildings in the city. The building also features unique and energy-saving heat pumps for heating and cooling in its apartments that are more commonly found in Europe, although starting to catch on in North America.

In 2004, Ephoca was born by a visionary creator named, Oreste Bottaro, who has many patented innovations in residential air conditioning under his name. In 2012, the company decided to invest in Italy and abroad to expand its services. Today, Ephoca products are available in 30 countries on five continents and are synonymous with innovation and the highest quality.

Gigawatt announces today the exclusive Michigan and Illinois distribution rights to Ephoca’s through-wall heat pumps, the US subsidiary of Italian brand Innova. Ephoca's all-in-one (AIO) through-wall heat pumps are changing the game of energy-efficient heating and cooling by drastically simplifying the installation process and offering a sleek alternative to standard mini-splits.