Tankless Water Heater Maintenance Tips and Benefits

The Benefits of a Tankless Water Heater

On-Demand Hot Water

Tankless water heaters offer hot water when you need it. You don't have to wait for the hot water to be ready. Unlike tanked water heaters , there is never a time when the heater is full but the water is not hot. In fact, tankless water heaters can typically handle a normal flow of water. This way, you get the same water pressure, only hot and on-demand.

Never Run Out of Hot Water

Because a tankless water heater works immediately, you never run out of hot water. There's no risk of emptying the tank or having to wait for a new tank of water to fill and heat.

Multiple Units Mean No Hot Water Competition

If you often deal with competition for hot water in your household, you can install multiple tankless hot water heaters. You might install one for the kitchen, one for each bathroom, or one for the laundry room. This can help you make sure your house can run at optimum efficiency at all times.

Nearby Units Offer Minimal Hot Water Delay

Are you tired of waiting for the water to run hot when you turn on the tap? A tankless water heater can solve this problem, as well. The closer your tankless water heater is to each sink, the less time it will take for hot water to get there. If you use multiple tankless water heaters, you can optimize time to heat water all over the house, or just at the sink that matters most.

How to Maintain Your Tankless Water Heater 

Tankless water heaters work constantly when you are running water and rely on heating efficiency. This does mean that they need a little more maintenance than your average old tank water heater. You will want to schedule an annual maintenance service.
Here's what your tankless water heater technician will do on each visit.

Clean and/or Change the Filters

Tankless water heaters have both a water filter and an air filter. And like all filters, these need to be cleaned on occasion. Some have replaceable filters and some have cleanable filters. Your technician will know how to keep these clear for optimal clean water and water pressure.

Descale the Inside

Most homes in the US run hard water , which leaves a mineral deposit on everything. Just like a tank water heater needs descaling, a tankless water heater also needs to be cleaned and descaled (mineral removal) to maintain efficiency.

Check the Elements and Wiring

Just to make sure everything is working correctly, your water heater technician will also check on your heating elements and the wiring of your tankless water heater with each maintenance visit.

Installing a Tankless Water Heater System for Your Home with Lutz Plumbing

Here at Lutz Plumbing , we know how useful a tankless water heater, or multiple water heaters, can be. We can help you smoothly replace your old tanked water heater and install one or more tankless systems wherever works best for your home's plumbing design and your household lifestyle.

We are also ready to become your maintenance partner to ensure that your tankless water heater system works wonderfully for years after installation. Contact us today to learn more.