What Is a Tankless Water Heater?
A tankless water heater provides you with hot water on demand. This means you get a continuous hot water supply without paying for heating and storing water in a tank. Tankless units are a great choice in California due to their compact size and long-term durability and reliability.
How Does a Tankless Water Heater Work?
Water passes through a heat exchanger in the unit and comes up to temperature with a gas burner or electric heating element.
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We handle everything you need, including the necessary permitting and ensuring your water heater meets California energy standards for efficiency. Our expert technicians provide same-day service for:
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Choosing the Right Size for Your Home or Business
What size tankless water heater do you need? Right-sizing is critical. Too small and you risk running out of hot water at peak demand. Too big and you’re spending more than you need for installation and monthly energy bills.
Call the professional water heater experts at Payless Water Heater & Plumbing and we’ll make sure you get the right fit. As a general rule of thumb, you want to consider how much water you’re using at any one time and ensure your unit can handle the flow rate to provide a continuous flow of hot water.
Don’t Risk DIY: Leave It to the Professionals
When it’s time to repair, maintain or replace a tankless water heater, don’t try DIY. The risk of safety hazards is high, especially if you’re working with gas. You could damage the unit or create leaks. It may also void any warranty you have on the unit and lead to expensive repairs after the fact.
Get professional installation from the experts at Payless Water Heaters & Plumbing, and save yourself the headaches.
When to Call in the Pros
If you’re experiencing any of these problems, it’s time to call in a professional. Common issues with tankless water heaters include:
- Inconsistent water temps or lack of hot water
- Reduced flow rates
- Error codes on your unit
- Water or gas leaks
- Unit shutting down
- Tripping circuit breakers
- Strange noises like banging or rattling
You can avoid many of these issues with regular tankless water heater maintenance services from Payless Water Heaters.
Tankless Water Heaters Frequently Asked Questions — FAQs
Q. What is the downside of a tankless water heater?
A. Tankless water heaters will be a bit more expensive to install. However, they generally pay you back with lower utility bills over time. The wrong size unit can also struggle to supply enough hot water to multiple appliances at the same time.
Q. What do I need to know before installing a tankless hot water heater?
A. You need to consider peak demand, whether you have access to gas or electricity, venting requirements, permitting, and more. Check with the professionals at Payless Water Heaters.
Q. How often do you flush a tankless water heater?
A. Tankless water heaters should be flushed at least once a year to prevent buildup. You may need to do this more often if you live in parts of California with hard water.
Q. What kind of vinegar is used to flush the tankless water heater?
A. You can use white distilled vinegar or a descaling solution to flush the tank using a submersible pump.
Q. How do you flush a Noritz tankless water heater?
A. You’ll need vinegar or a descaling solution. Turn off the unit and water supply, connect hoses to the inflow and outflow, and circulate the water for about an hour. Rinse the unit out with clean water and reconnect the supply.
Q. What maintenance does a tankless water heater need?
A. You should have your unit services at least once a year to flush out the system, clean the components, and check for leaks or other problems.
Q. How long does it take to install a tankless water heater?
A. Payless Water Heaters provides same-day installation service. We can get you up and running in just one day.
Q. What are the tankless water heater rebates/incentives in California?
A. Local utility companies often offer rebates or incentives. Energy Upgrade California also has programs to help with the cost of installing or upgrading tankless water heaters.
Q. Are tankless water heaters tax-deductible in California?
A. Certified Energy Star tankless water heaters provide tax credits in California. There may also be federal income tax credits.
Q. How much propane does a tankless water heater use?
A. It varies, depending on your unit. Typically, expect about one to three gallons per hour.
Q. Does a tankless water heater use gas? Is a tankless water heater gas or electric?
A. A tankless water heater can be gas or electric. There are also hybrid units that store some water.
Q. How big of a tankless water heater do I need?
A. The size will depend on your peak hot water demand. Give us a call and we can determine the right size for your home or business.
