Skilled Technicians
Skilled Technicians | Tankless Water Heater Install | Plumbing | La Follette
Enjoy endless hot water and lower utility bills when you trust HEP’s skilled technicians in La Follette for your tankless water heater install. Our licensed plumbers arrive on time, assess your home’s unique demands, and recommend top-tier equipment that delivers instant, energy-efficient comfort. From careful removal of your old tank to precise venting, gas line adjustments, and digital calibration, we handle every detail so you can start enjoying steamy showers without the wait.
Customers throughout Campbell County rave about the space savings, reliability, and manufacturer-backed warranties we secure for them. Whether you’re upgrading a growing household or building a new retreat on Norris Lake, we back our workmanship with HEP’s 100% satisfaction guarantee and 24/7 emergency support. Discover why neighbors say, “Happy You’ll Be—or we make it right,” and schedule your tankless water heater install with the most trusted team in East Tennessee today.
FAQs
What are the main advantages of switching to a tankless water heater in La Follette?
A tankless (on-demand) water heater heats water only when you turn on the tap, which eliminates the standby heat loss of a storage tank. In La Follette this translates to energy savings of up to 40 %, longer equipment life (20+ years versus 10–15 for a tank), unlimited hot water for large families, and valuable space savings—important for homes with limited utility-room square footage.
How long does a typical tankless water heater installation take?
Most standard residential replacements in La Follette take 4–6 hours once our technicians are on site. This includes removing the old tank, mounting the new unit, upgrading gas or electrical lines (if needed), installing venting, and performing a full system test. Complex jobs—such as relocating the heater, upsizing gas lines, or converting from electric to gas—can extend the project to a full day.
What size (GPM) tankless unit do I need for my household?
Sizing is based on peak hot-water demand, measured in gallons per minute (GPM). Our technicians calculate your home’s simultaneous fixtures (showers, dishwasher, etc.) and local groundwater temperature (about 55 °F in Campbell County). Most La Follette homes require a 7–10 GPM gas unit for 2–3 bathrooms or a 5–7 GPM electric unit for smaller dwellings. We perform an on-site assessment to guarantee you never run out of hot water.
Will a tankless system really lower my utility bills?
Yes. The U.S. Department of Energy reports tankless gas heaters can be 24–34 % more efficient for homes using less than 41 gallons a day, and 8–14 % more efficient for higher-use homes. In La Follette, where many households heat water with propane or high-rate electricity, customers typically save $80–$150 per year. Over the unit’s lifespan, that can offset much of the higher upfront cost.
What routine maintenance is required after installation?
Unlike storage tanks, there’s no risk of tank corrosion, but tankless units do need annual flushing to remove mineral scale—especially with La Follette’s moderately hard water. Our maintenance plan includes: (1) descaling the heat exchanger, (2) cleaning the inlet filter, (3) checking gas pressure and venting, and (4) updating firmware on smart models. Regular service keeps your warranty valid and maintains peak efficiency.
Do I need a permit, and what warranties do you provide?
Campbell County codes require a plumbing/mechanical permit for any new gas or electric water heater installation. We handle the paperwork and schedule the city inspection. All units we install carry a manufacturer’s heat-exchanger warranty of 12–15 years and parts coverage of 5 years. Our labor is guaranteed for 1 year, and clients enrolled in our maintenance plan receive priority 24/7 service and discounted repairs.