Skilled Technicians
Skilled Technicians | Tankless Water Heater Install | Plumbing | Oakdale
Upgrade the comfort and efficiency of your Oakdale home with HEP’s skilled technicians. Our experts specialize in fast, precise tankless water heater install services that let you enjoy endless hot water while freeing up valuable space. From choosing the right unit to fine-tuning gas or electric connections, we handle every detail with care and code-compliant craftsmanship, so you can turn on the tap with total confidence.
Homeowners throughout Oakdale trust HEP because we arrive on time, respect your property, and back our workmanship with solid guarantees. Whether you’re replacing a bulky, aging tank or building a new energy-smart retreat, our crew delivers seamless installation, transparent pricing, and tips for maximizing efficiency year-round. Ready to feel the difference a tankless system makes? Contact HEP today and let our pros put endless hot water at your fingertips.
FAQs
Why should I consider a tankless water heater for my Oakdale home?
Tankless (on-demand) water heaters heat water only when you open a tap, eliminating standby heat loss from a storage tank. For many Oakdale homeowners this translates to 25–40 % lower energy bills, virtually unlimited hot-water supply for back-to-back showers, and up to 20 years of service life—roughly twice that of a traditional tank. In addition, the compact wall-hung design frees up floor space and reduces the risk of catastrophic tank leaks. Our Oakdale-based technicians can walk you through fuel-type options (natural gas, propane, or electric), available rebates from TID/PG&E, and the long-term return on investment specific to your household’s water-use patterns.
How long does professional installation take and will I be without hot water?
A standard gas tankless replacement normally takes 4–8 hours from arrival to final inspection. During that window, hot water will be unavailable for roughly half the time while we disconnect the old tank, mount the new unit, reroute water lines, and upgrade venting or gas supply as needed. We schedule work so you’re never without water overnight. If your project requires major gas-line upsizing or electric panel work, an additional day may be needed; we’ll provide a detailed timeline before work begins.
Are tankless water heaters allowed under Oakdale and California plumbing codes?
Yes. The California Plumbing Code and Title 24 energy standards fully recognize tankless technology, but they impose specific requirements for venting, seismic straps, gas-line sizing, and water-heater isolation valves. Our technicians carry a California C-36 plumbing license and obtain all City of Oakdale permits on your behalf. After installation we coordinate the municipal inspection to ensure the system passes the first time, giving you full code compliance and manufacturer warranty protection.
What size tankless unit do I need, and how do you determine it?
Sizing is based on peak simultaneous demand (gallons per minute), incoming water temperature, and desired outlet temperature. In Oakdale, winter groundwater can be as low as 50 °F, so we calculate a 70 °F rise to reach 120 °F. We add up all fixtures likely to run at once—for example, a shower (2.5 GPM) plus a dishwasher (1.5 GPM) equals 4 GPM. A 180,000 BTU/h unit delivering 6–7 GPM under winter conditions would cover that load with a margin. Our technicians perform this calculation on-site, review any future bathroom additions, and then recommend a properly sized condensing or non-condensing model.
What does a tankless installation cost in Oakdale and what affects the price?
For most single-family homes, complete installation ranges from $3,200 to $4,900 before rebates. Key cost drivers include: • Capacity/efficiency of the selected unit (non-condensing vs. condensing) • Whether gas-line upsizing, electric circuits, or 3-inch PVC venting are required • Location of the unit (garage, interior wall, or outside in a weatherproof enclosure) • Permit and inspection fees set by the City of Oakdale • Optional accessories such as recirculation pumps for instant hot water. We provide a written, no-surprise quote after a free in-home assessment and help you claim utility rebates—often $200–$400—plus any manufacturer promotions.
What maintenance does my new tankless system require, and can your technicians handle it?
Annual maintenance keeps your warranty valid and maximizes efficiency. Our technicians perform a full flush with food-grade descaling solution to remove mineral buildup common in Oakdale’s moderately hard water, clean the inlet filter, check combustion, and update firmware on digital models. The visit takes about an hour and costs far less than emergency repairs. We offer discounted maintenance plans that include priority scheduling and 10 % parts/labor savings. Should you ever need service, we stock OEM parts locally and our technicians are factory-trained on Rinnai, Navien, Noritz, and Rheem units.