Endless Hot Water
Endless Hot Water | Tankless Water Heater Install | Plumbing | Duff
Imagine stepping into the shower and feeling a continuous cascade of perfectly heated water, no matter how long you linger. HEP’s master plumbers bring that luxury to Duff with precision-crafted tankless water heater install services that replace bulky, inefficient tanks with sleek, on-demand technology. You’ll reclaim valuable space, cut standby energy losses, and enjoy a unit uniquely sized for your family’s needs—all backed by HEP’s workmanship guarantee and friendly, local support.
From the initial consultation to the final performance check, our team handles every detail: sizing, venting, gas or electric hookups, and permitting. We haul away the old tank, tidy the work zone, and leave you with nothing but endless hot water and lower monthly bills. Ready to future-proof your home? Schedule a tankless water heater install with HEP today and feel the difference the very first time you turn on the tap.
FAQs
How does a tankless water heater deliver endless hot water compared to a traditional storage-tank system?
A tankless (on-demand) water heater senses flow the moment a hot-water tap is opened. Cold water passes through a heat exchanger that is instantly fired by gas burners or electric elements, heating the water as it moves through the unit. Because water is heated only while you’re using it—and there is no fixed-size storage tank to empty—you can draw hot water for as long as the fixture is open, effectively giving you "endless" hot water. Traditional tanks, by contrast, repeatedly heat and store 40–80 gal of water; once that reserve is depleted you must wait for the tank to reheat.
What size tankless unit do I need for my home in Duff?
Sizing is based on two factors: (1) the maximum flow rate you’ll need at one time (measured in gallons per minute, or GPM) and (2) the temperature rise required to bring our incoming Duff water—typically 50 °F—up to your desired 120 °F. We calculate the total GPM of fixtures you may run simultaneously (e.g., shower + kitchen sink = ~4 GPM). For most three-bed/two-bath homes in Duff, a 7–9 GPM gas unit or a 6–7 GPM electric unit is sufficient. Larger families or luxury bathrooms with body sprays may require 10 GPM+. During our free in-home assessment we measure your actual flow needs and recommend the properly sized model so you never run out of hot water.
How much energy and money can I save by switching to tankless?
Because a tankless unit heats water only when you need it, standby losses are virtually eliminated. The U.S. Department of Energy estimates typical families save 24–34 % on water-heating energy versus a conventional tank. In Duff that often translates to $80–$120 per year for gas models and $60–$90 for electric models, depending on usage and local utility rates. Over the 20-year average lifespan of a tankless heater, those savings can exceed $1,500—plus you gain extra closet or garage space where the old tank sat.
Can my existing plumbing, gas, or electrical system handle a tankless installation?
Most homes can be adapted, but a quick site inspection lets us confirm. Gas units need a ¾″ gas line capable of supplying 120–199 k Btu/h and Category III/IV venting to the outdoors. If your current gas line is undersized, we can upsell or reroute as part of the install. Electric models require a 240-V supply and 120–160 A of dedicated breakers; homes with 200-A service usually qualify. Plumbing connections reuse your hot and cold lines, but we add isolation valves for easy future maintenance. All required upgrades are itemized in your written quote before work begins.
How long does installation take and will it disrupt my household?
A standard replacement of a gas tank heater with a gas tankless unit typically takes 5–7 hours. Electric units can be finished in 4–6 hours if the panel capacity is sufficient. During that time we shut off water and power/gas only when necessary—usually less than half the total job time—so downtime is minimal. We protect floors with drop cloths, haul away the old tank, and perform a full start-up and safety check before leaving. Most Duff homeowners schedule installs in the morning and have hot water again by mid-afternoon.
What maintenance does a tankless water heater require and what warranties do you provide?
Annual maintenance is simple: flush the heat exchanger with a vinegar solution (or our commercial descaling kit) to remove mineral buildup, clean the air intake filter, and inspect the venting. Hard-water areas around Duff may benefit from a scale-prevention cartridge, which we can install. We offer a free first-year service visit and reminders thereafter. Our preferred brands include a 15-year heat-exchanger warranty, 5-year parts, and 1-year labor. When you book installation with us, we extend labor coverage to 3 years and handle all warranty paperwork on your behalf.