What is the purpose of a recirculation line?
Recirculation lines provide a means of relief for high pressure pumps when operated against a closed valve or other system obstruction.
Do I need a recirculating pump?
A recirculation pump can make the hot water for your shower travel faster as it is already in your pipe system when you need. While adding a recirculating system means an additional energy output for the electricity to run the pump, when partnered with a timer set for a specific time, that expense is minimal.
Where does the hot water recirculating system go in a house?
It can be a traditional style with the pump at the water heater with a dedicated return line, or it can be an under-the-sink pump that is installed in the farthest sink and provides hot water throughout the house.
Do you need a return line for a hot water recirculating system?
If you have a dedicated return line, then this is a great system to use. You can even get pumps that have timers built in, so the pump only runs during the hours you need it, offering you savings on energy costs. This type of recirculating system does not require a dedicated hot water return loop, it can be installed and used in any house.
How does a demand recirculating system work?
In a demand recirculating system, when the system is activated the pump starts recirculating cooled water that’s been sitting in the hot water line and sends it back to the water heater through the cold water line. When the water reaches a desired temperature a control turns off the pump.
Where does the water go in the Recirculating loop?
These pumps are often located near the water heater, however, they can be anywhere in the loop. The pumps circulate water at low pressure and low speeds. Once again, there’s no need to have lots of water moving through the loop. It is just important that the water is hot near the fixtures.
It can be a traditional style with the pump at the water heater with a dedicated return line, or it can be an under-the-sink pump that is installed in the farthest sink and provides hot water throughout the house.
If you have a dedicated return line, then this is a great system to use. You can even get pumps that have timers built in, so the pump only runs during the hours you need it, offering you savings on energy costs. This type of recirculating system does not require a dedicated hot water return loop, it can be installed and used in any house.
Is it worth investing in a hot water recirculating system?
A hot water recirculating system may be a big investment for small families, but it can be a great way to save money in a large household where hot water is in greater demand through a larger area.
These pumps are often located near the water heater, however, they can be anywhere in the loop. The pumps circulate water at low pressure and low speeds. Once again, there’s no need to have lots of water moving through the loop. It is just important that the water is hot near the fixtures.
