FAQ About Tankless Water Heaters

A tankless water heater in Yorktown, VA, can provide homeowners with instantaneous hot water, on-demand, by heating water only when it is needed.

What is a Tankless Water Heater, and How Does It Work?

When hot water is turned on at the source, cold water travels through a pipe into the tankless unit, where  a burner heats the water. This process allows tankless water heaters to supply a constant flow of hot water. When purchased in the appropriate size, a tankless water heater can supply enough hot water for simultaneous uses in residential and commercial buildings.

How Often Does A Tankless Water Heater Need Servicing?

Manufacturers generally recommended that you have a tankless water heater maintained once per year in order for the heater to be still covered under warranty through them.

How Much Can a Tankless Water Heater Save Me?

The utility costs you save will depend on how much water you heat, what type of tankless water heater you choose, and how inefficient your previous water heater was. Typically, depending on appliance efficiency and your family size and usage, a tankless water heater can save hundreds of dollars over the unit’s lifetime.