How to Choose the Right Tankless Water Heater for Your Home

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• Topic How to Choose the Right Tankless Water
  Heater for Your Home

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• What Is a Tankless Water Heater?

• Traditional water heaters store a tank of hot
  water, reheating it as needed.
• Tankless water heaters heat water on demand,
  eliminating the need for a storage tank.
• This can lead to significant energy savings and
  space savings.

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Key Considerations to Choose the Right Tankless
Water Heaters

• Household Size And Habits Consider the number of
  people living in your home and their hot water
  usage patterns. Do you have long showers, run
  multiple appliances simultaneously, or live in a
  cold climate?
• Peak Flow Rate Calculate your peak hot water
  demand by adding the flow rates of appliances
  likely to be used together (e.g., shower
  dishwasher). Look for a heater with a GPM
  (gallons per minute) rating matching your peak
  demand.
• Energy Efficiency Look for Energy Star-certified
  models for optimal savings.
• Temperature Control Adjustable settings allow
  you to customize hot water temperature for
  different uses.
• Safety Features Consider auto-shutoff, overheat
  protection, and leak detection for safety and
  peace of mind.

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Key Considerations to Choose the Right Tankless
Water Heaters

• Match the GPM Rating Choose a heater with a GPM
  rating slightly exceeding your peak demand to
  ensure consistent hot water. Common sizes range
  from 2-3 GPM for small homes to 5-8 GPM for large
  households.
• Fuel Type Electric models are simpler to install
  but may not be powerful enough for colder
  climates. Gas-powered models are more efficient
  and powerful but require gas line installation.
• Digital Display and Control Offers user-friendly
  interface for monitoring and adjusting settings.
• Warranty And Maintenance Check the warranty
  terms and inquire about routine maintenance
  requirements.

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Key Considerations to Choose the Right Tankless
Water Heaters

• Professional Installation and Advice
• Consult a licensed plumber to assess your
  plumbing system and recommend the ideal tankless
  water heater for your needs.
• Ensure proper installation considering venting
  requirements and potential permits needed.

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Maintenance Tips for Tankless Water Heaters

• Annual Cleaning and Descaling
• Mineral buildup Hard water can leave mineral
  deposits, also known as scale, inside the heat
  exchanger, reducing efficiency and flow.
• Frequency Aim for annual cleaning, more often if
  you have hard water.
• Filter Maintenance
• Types Most tankless water heaters have an inlet
  filter to trap sediment and debris. Some may also
  have an internal recirculation filter.
• Cleaning frequency Clean the inlet filter every
  3-6 months, following the manufacturer's
  instructions. Replace if damaged.
• Internal filter Consult your manual for cleaning
  or replacement procedures for the internal
  filter.

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Maintenance Tips for Tankless Water Heaters

• Air Filter Cleaning (Gas Units Only)
• Function Some gas-powered models have an air
  filter to prevent dust and debris from entering
  the combustion chamber.
• Cleaning frequency Clean the air filter every
  3-6 months, following the manufacturer's
  instructions.
• Regular Inspections
• Visual checks Periodically check for water
  leaks, corrosion, or loose connections around the
  unit.
• Operational checks Ensure the hot water flow and
  temperature are consistent. Listen for unusual
  noises during operation.
• Professional Service
• Frequency Every 2-3 years, consider a
  professional service checkup for thorough
  inspection, cleaning, and performance
  optimization.

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• Reference Links

• Tankless Water Heater Services
• Tankless Water Heater vs. Traditional Water
  Heater
• Reasons Why Homeowners Should Install Tankless
  Water Heaters

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• Contact Us

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• 85 West Wilmot St., Unit 12 Richmond Hill,
  Ontario L4B 1K7

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