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Personalized Service | Tankless Water Heater Install | Plumbing | Etowah
Imagine turning on the shower in your Etowah home and having endless hot water flow instantly—no waiting, no cold-water surprises, and no bulky tank eating up closet space. With HEP’s personalized service, that’s exactly what you can expect. Our certified plumbers size, source, and complete your tankless water heater install with meticulous attention to your family’s usage patterns, local water quality, and energy-saving goals. From the moment we arrive in our red HEP van, you’ll notice the difference: shoe covers at the door, clear up-front pricing, and a genuine commitment to doing the job right the first time.
Once the sleek new unit is on the wall, we walk you through every feature, register the warranty, and even program the controller so your morning routine is perfectly dialed in. Should you ever need assistance, our 24/7 live answering service and local Etowah technicians ensure help is minutes—not hours—away. Ready to enjoy hot water on demand, lower utility bills, and decades of reliable performance? Schedule your tankless water heater install with HEP today and feel the comfort of hometown service backed by industry-leading expertise.
FAQs
What advantages does a tankless water heater offer compared with a traditional storage tank?
Tankless units heat water only as it is needed, which eliminates standby heat loss and can cut water-heating energy use by 24–40 %. They provide an endless supply of hot water, so no one in the family has to worry about “using it all up.” Because the heat exchanger is wall-mounted, you free up 8–12 sq ft of floor space and reduce the risk of leaks that can damage your home. Life expectancy is 20+ years—roughly double that of a storage tank—so the up-front investment is spread over a longer service life.
How long does a typical tankless water heater installation take in Etowah?
Most residential change-outs are completed in one business day—about 4–8 hours on site. Our crew first performs a safety shutdown of the existing tank, drains and removes it, then installs any required gas-line or electrical upgrades, venting, and water-line fittings. We flush the new unit, set temperature parameters, and perform combustion or amperage tests. All work is done to current Etowah/ McMinn County codes, and we handle permit filing and haul-away of your old tank at no extra charge.
Is my Etowah home compatible with a tankless system, and what upgrades might be needed?
Most houses can be retrofitted. A gas tankless model needs a ¾″ gas supply line that can deliver 150–200 k BTU/h and a 120 V electrical outlet for the control board. Electric tankless models require a 240 V supply and 100–150 A of dedicated breaker capacity. Proper venting (2–3″ concentric PVC or stainless) must exit through an exterior wall or roof. During your free in-home assessment we measure gas pressure, electrical capacity, water pressure, and hardness; we then quote any necessary line-size, panel, or vent upgrades so there are no day-of surprises.
How much can I expect to save on energy bills with a tankless water heater?
High-efficiency condensing gas units run at 95–96 % thermal efficiency (Energy Factor ~0.95) compared with 0.60 for the average storage tank. In Etowah’s climate that typically translates to $80–$120 per year in utility savings for a family of four. You may also qualify for a $300 federal tax credit and occasional TVA or local gas-company rebates, which shorten the payback period to 5–7 years.
What kind of maintenance does a tankless water heater require?
Because Etowah’s water is moderately hard, we recommend an annual flush with a mild vinegar solution to dissolve scale inside the heat exchanger. The inlet screen should be cleaned at the same time, and venting and gas-pressure readings should be checked. The process takes about one hour and can be performed by a homeowner with our guide or by our technicians under our worry-free maintenance plan. Regular servicing keeps efficiency high and protects the manufacturer warranty.
Do you offer warranties, financing, or emergency support for tankless installs?
All brands we install carry a 10- to 15-year heat-exchanger warranty, 5-year parts, and 1-year labor. Our company adds a 5-year labor guarantee and lifetime craftsmanship warranty on piping and venting. We partner with lenders to provide 0 % APR for 12 months or low-interest terms up to 120 months, with project costs typically ranging from $3,000–$4,500 depending on model and site conditions. Should you ever lose hot water, our on-call technicians are available 24/7 throughout Etowah and surrounding communities.