Tiny House Lifestyle Podcast · Ethan Waldman

On Demand Hot Water for Tiny Homes: Discovering PrecisionTemp's Innovative Solutions

·43 min·4 clips

Jerry Walter reveals how his tankless hot water systems are transforming tiny house living with compact, efficient technology.

This episode explores on-demand hot water and heating solutions specifically designed for tiny homes. Host Ethan Waldman interviews guest Jerry Walter, the inventor and entrepreneur behind Precision Temp. Walter's company creates American-made, compact water heating systems for small spaces. The conversation details the different models Precision Temp offers for tiny houses. Waldman and Walter discuss the advantages of hydronic heating systems, which circulate heated antifreeze through half-inch pipes. They contrast this with traditional gas-fired furnaces that require bulky four-inch ducts running through cabinetry and crawl spaces. The hosts reference testimonials from John and Finn Kernaghan of the United Tiny House Association, who organize tiny house festivals. The Kernaghans state they own three Precision Temp heaters and appreciate the company's installation support. Walter draws on his experience creating onboard hot water systems for sailors and portable heaters for firefighters. A key insight is that compact pipe systems for hydronic heat can save crucial space compared to standard ductwork. The episode suggests that proper installation is a critical factor valued by users like the Kernaghans. Walter's background in solving hot water challenges for various constrained environments, from boats to emergency response, informs his tiny house designs. The Kernaghans emphasize they only endorse products they genuinely like and have personally tested. The tone is educational and conversational, focused on practical solutions for tiny living. The style is interview-based, blending technical explanations with real-user testimonials. This episode is ideal for tiny house builders or owners actively planning their plumbing and heating systems. Listeners with no interest in the technical details of tiny home infrastructure might find it too niche.

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