Throughout our over 57 years in business, we here at Water Heaters Only, Inc. have been installing all types of water heaters. However, the one we get asked about most frequently is the tankless water heater. This is because they are one of the most efficient styles of water heater on the market, and it is much smaller than the heat pump water heaters by comparison, thus saving many Millbrae homeowners space within their home. Our technicians go through special trainings and certifications to install these energy saving beauties, earning our company thousands of 5 star reviews.
While not suitable for every home, tankless water heaters offer endless hot water and save space for many homeowners in Millbrae. They are environmentally friendly, reducing energy consumption as much as 30%. Combining space-saving features with energy efficiency makes tankless water heaters a compelling option. To see if a tankless water heater is right for your home, give us a call at 1-650-220-7624 24/7 and a member of our team will schedule a technician to come out to your home to see if a tankless water heater would be an asset for you and your family.
Tankless Water Heater Installations:
Tankless water heaters provide continuous hot water, ideal for large families or homes with high hot water demands. If you have a soaking tub or spa system, a tankless system is often a suitable choice. Most people end up upgrading their water heater when they are dissatisfied with the amount of hot water their current water heater is providing. Tankless heaters are assessed based on flow rate rather than gallon capacity, recovery rate, and first-hour rating, unlike traditional storage tanks. With the tankless water heater, hot water is always available, as long as the flow rate is within the tankless heaters maximum flow rate.
It’s essential to note that tankless units don’t offer instant hot water, as it takes time for hot water to travel from the unit to the destination. For instant hot water, inquire about recirculation systems, which our experts can install based on your plumbing configuration.
Energy-Savings:
The most efficient tankless heaters boast 92% to 95% efficiency, far surpassing traditional gas storage tanks with a maximum efficiency of 62%. Nowadays, tankless units typically exceed 80% energy efficiency, saving the most energy by not constantly re-heating water in the storage tank. What these numbers mean is that these tankless water heaters can attain an impressive thermal efficiency rating of 92%-95%, signifying that virtually all of the energy utilized in the heating process is converted into heat.
Space Efficiency:
Tankless water heaters are significantly smaller than their traditional counterpart. These tankless water heaters are about the size of a small shelf that gets mounted on the wall. Because these water heaters are mounted on the wall and are small, they have cleaned up many closets and garages in the Millbrae area.
Tankless Water Heater Sizing:
In sizing your tankless water heater, we emphasize flow rate as the most crucial factor. Tankless units heat water on demand, unlike traditional storage tanks. The size is determined by per-minute flow rate, not gallon capacity. Most manufacturers offer models with flow rates ranging from four to eight gallons per minute. For single-family homes with two or more bathrooms, we recommend installing a six to eight-gallon per minute unit, designed to handle multiple applications simultaneously. Larger homes or commercial applications may require multiple tankless units installed in series.
Have A Question About A Tankless Heater?
If you are considering getting a tankless water heater in your Millbrae home, Give us a call At 1-650-220-7624. No matter the day or night, a member of our staff will answer all your water heater questions and schedule a tankless water heater expert to come out to your home and see if a tankless water heater would be a good fit for your home.
