Finding Tank less Water Heater Installation Professionals

To be one of the most advance and environmentally friendly technology around, tankless water heaters are experiencing a surge

in popularity. But being relatively new technology compared to conventional, tank-based water heaters, many plumbers or installation technicians are still not completely familiar with them. More problematic still, aside from this lack of familiarity, there are plenty of scammers who claim to be experienced "experts" at installing tankless systems. This can lead to the incorrect installation of the unit and will either require a reinstallation and repair. Worst of all, it may lead to the voiding of your warranty. It is vitally important that you find a qualified tankless installation technician.

There are different types of tankless heaters and they require different types of installation procedures. The most popular kinds are the gas tankless water heater and the electric.

An Electric tankless heater obviously uses electricity to power the unit, commonly, 240 volts. Two types of skill sets are necessary, that of a qualified plumber and an electrician-often, all in one. The plumbing skills will take ca

re of the water installation while the electrical skills will take of the wiring and power connections. This is why it's important to find someone licensed by the state. You can check your state licensing department or bureau. A qualified technician will be licensed state licensed. Ask about plumbers and electricians who specialize in tankless installation.

Gas tankless water heaters use either natural gas or propane as an energy source. Installing them has a different set of requirements altogether. First, your gas line must be installed properly. Then, chimney venting of exhaust gases must follow. Inquiring at your state's licensing department to find installers that specialize in gas tankless water heater installation. Not only that you will be a little more content with your electricity bills to be lower once the heater is properly installed, you will also be happy with the fact that you can get hot water whenever you need it in your home.

Proper installation is crucial for optimizing a tankless heater's energy efficiency, which is one of the reasons you bought it in the first place; without that, a big part of your investment is going down the drain. As mush as you'd like to keep costs low, cutting cost on installation by hiring "some guy" is definitely the wrong way to go. Choosing to go tankless is a smart decision, don't countermand such action by having the unit installed by an unqualified technician.