Step-by-step Guide to Choosing the Perfect Gas Water Heater for Your Home

Hot water for showers and baths is a simple yet essential comfort in our daily lives. However, choosing the right water heater can be daunting for new homeowners. That’s where City Energy comes in.

City Energy supplies lower-carbon piped gas to over 900,000 households and businesses. It is a leading provider of innovative energy solutions in Singapore, with expertise that extends to cross-border electric vehicle charging services and the current development of a sustainable green hydrogen supply chain.
Our experiential retail store, Life by City Energy, offers personalised guidance on selecting the perfect water heater for your home. It caters to various housing types, including BTOs, resale HDBs, Executive Condominiums, and condominiums.

If researching another purchase adds to your ever-growing renovation to-do list, don’t worry — this quick guide will show you how easy it is to choose and install the perfect water heater for your home.

Step 1: Why choose a gas water heater?

Instant gas water heaters boast numerous advantages, making them a preferred choice for many households. Their rapid start-up and precise temperature regulation ensure that you enjoy a reliably constant flow of hot water without wasting energy heating a water storage tank. With gas water heaters, one heater is usually enough to supply multiple outlets in your home. Contemporary models may also feature smart capabilities, including remote management and usage tracking via an app. Reliability is paramount in modern gas water heaters, with built-in safeguards against overheating, flame failure, and gas leaks ensuring years of trouble-free use.

Also, using a gas water heater saves approximately 80% in carbon emissions compared to the electric storage water heater, based on a study conducted by National University of Singapore (NUS) Professor Lee Siew Eang.

Step 2: Visit our showroom for a live demo

There’s nothing more efficient — and less stressful — than getting everything done in one place and in one visit. Make it a point to visit Life by City Energy at Plaza Singapura. It’s the only place in Singapore where you can experience live demonstrations of these gas-powered home solutions and receive professional advice tailored to your requirements.

Furthermore, the gas water heaters available here are more than capable of meeting the needs for rainshower and bath tubs, so you don’t have to worry about buying a gas water heater that turns out to be inadequate.

While you’re there, it’s also an excellent time to check out the rest of Life by City Energy and experience all the smart home solution demonstrations to see how these nifty devices can offer life-changing benefits.

Step 3: Choose from a range of heaters, including IoT smart heaters

It’s one thing to look at an image of a water heater online and another to know what it looks like in real life, so here’s another reason to make a trip down to Life by City Energy: Nothing beats visiting an experiential retail store with a wide range of gas water heaters if the fine details matter to you. Since you likely need only one gas water heater for your home, you can focus on choosing a unit that matches your preferences and aesthetics.

Our knowledgeable brand ambassadors are available to provide tailored advice and demonstrate solutions you can’t research online. You can also check out the rest of our experiential retail space, which offers complementary home solutions, including gas clothes dryers and gas-powered appliances that will make your life a breeze. Don’t forget to look out for ongoing promotions or discounts to maximise your savings.

Step 4: Open a gas utility account with SP Group

Once you have decided on your gas water heater, you must open an account with SP Group. For Build-To-Order (BTO) flats, gas pipes will be pre-installed, requiring only a connection and meter setup by City Energy. For resale HDB flats and executive/private condominiums, you need to book an appointment with City Energy for an on-site inspection to determine if you need further installation or modification of pipes. Lastly, you can apply for gas services through our website, which offers installation and contract services.

If you’re worried about missing some documentation, don’t worry — we’ve got you covered. Our ‘how-to’ page guides you step by step!

Step 5: Enjoy fuss-free installation

This is the easiest part of the process. We’ll take care of it! When you have sorted out the administrative work and bought a gas water heater from Life by City Energy, we’ll happily install it, ensuring that picking and purchasing a gas water heater is smooth and fuss-free!
Easy process from start to finish

Choosing City Energy for your water heater needs ensures you benefit from our expertise, high-quality products, and comprehensive services. Following the steps outlined in this guide, you can make an informed decision and enjoy the comforts of a well-chosen water heater. Visit Life by City Energy for a personalised assessment and engage with our knowledgeable brand ambassadors to explore the best options for your home.

Visit us at:

Life by City Energy
68 Orchard Rd, Plaza Singapura, #03-77/78, Singapore 238839
Operating hours: 11 am to 9.30 pm daily, including public holidays

For more information about how to prepare your home for piped gas home solutions, visit https://gettingstarted.cityenergy.com.sg/