Endless Hot Water
Endless Hot Water | Tankless Water Heater Install | Plumbing | Harrogate
Imagine stepping into the shower on a frosty Harrogate morning and never once worrying about the water turning tepid. HEP’s endless hot water plumbing experts make that luxury an everyday reality with our precision tankless water heater install service. By swapping out bulky, inefficient tanks for sleek, on-demand technology, we free up space in your home while slashing standby energy costs—so you get piping-hot water the instant you need it and savings every single month.
Our certified plumbers handle everything from sizing the perfect unit for your family’s demand to fine-tuning gas, electric, or hybrid hookups for maximum efficiency. We arrive on schedule, respect your home, and back every installation with transparent pricing and rock-solid warranties. From the charming terraces near Valley Gardens to the modern builds of Bilton, homeowners across Harrogate are discovering how effortless endless hot water can be. Ready to turn up the comfort? Call HEP today and let a professional tankless water heater install deliver reliable warmth that never runs out.
FAQs
How does a tankless water heater provide endless hot water?
Unlike traditional cylinders that store a limited volume of pre-heated water, a tankless (on-demand) unit senses flow whenever a hot tap is opened. Water passes over a high-efficiency heat exchanger that is fired by gas or powered electrically, heating the water instantly as it travels through the unit. Because it heats only the water you are actively drawing, it can continue to supply hot water for as long as the gas or electricity supply is available—effectively giving you an unlimited supply.
Is a tankless water heater suitable for Harrogate’s water quality and climate?
Yes. Harrogate’s mains water is moderately hard, which means a small amount of scale control is advisable—usually a simple in-line scale inhibitor or water softener fitted during installation. The climate poses no issue because the internal components are frost-protected down to –20 °C if the unit is installed indoors or in an insulated exterior compartment. Our recommended brands are WRAS-approved and designed to operate efficiently with local water pressure levels (2–8 bar).
What size or flow rate should I choose for my property?
Sizing is based on the simultaneous hot-water demand in litres per minute (L/min). A typical one-bathroom flat in Harrogate needs 15–18 L/min, while a three-bath, four-bed detached home may need 26–30 L/min. We carry out a free site survey where we count fixtures, measure incoming cold-water flow and pressure, and then recommend an appropriately sized appliance so that showers, baths, and kitchen taps can run together without temperature drops.
What does the installation process involve and how long will it take?
1) Site survey & quotation. 2) Removal of the old cylinder/boiler if required. 3) Mounting the tankless unit on an external or internal wall close to the gas and water supplies. 4) Upgrading the gas line (often to 22–28 mm) to ensure adequate flow. 5) Fitting a concentric flue through the wall or roof plus condensate drain. 6) Connecting cold-water inlet, hot-water outlet, and pressure relief discharge. 7) Commissioning, registering the appliance with Gas Safe, and demonstrating controls. A straightforward swap takes 1 working day; relocating pipework or venting can extend it to 2 days.
How much can I expect to save on energy bills compared with a storage tank?
Because a tankless heater avoids standby heat loss, households typically save 20–40 % on gas usage for hot water. For a family of four in Harrogate this equates to £90–£160 per year at current tariffs. The higher the previous hot-water usage and the older the cylinder being replaced, the larger the savings. Units also qualify for a lower SAP rating, which can marginally improve EPC scores for property lettings or sales.
What maintenance is required and do you provide after-sales support?
Annual servicing is recommended: checking combustion, cleaning the burner, testing safety devices, and descaling the heat exchanger if hardness exceeds 200 ppm. We offer a maintenance plan that includes the annual Gas Safe service, priority call-outs, and discounted parts. Most manufacturers’ warranties are 5–10 years on the heat exchanger provided the unit is serviced annually and the water treatment is maintained.