Tankless Water Heaters - FAQ - Portland, Oregon

I run out of hot water in the middle of a shower. Can a tankless water heater solve this?
With a tankless water heating system you can overcome the shortages of tank water heaters. Tankless water heaters never run out of hot water. 

Will a tankless water heater help reduce my energy bill?
Yes. Rising energy prices require changes in the way we heat our domestic hot water. Because a tankless water heater only uses energy when hot water is being used,, it will most likely save you more money over their expected life. Beside being energy efficient, tankless water heaters take up less space, are easy to maintain and are more convenient to operate.

How long will a tankless waer heater last?
The expected life of a tankless water heater is 20 years or more. We hear of customers who have used their tankless waer heaters for more than 20 years and are still using them becasue tankless water heaters are serviceable.

What are the advantages of switching from a tanked water heater to a tankless water heater?
If you have a tank, then you are limited to 40 gallons of hot water per hour. That's barely enough for a 20 minute shower in one hour time period and then you still have to pay for standby loss (because a tank loses its heat up the flue and then reheats itself so you are paying for energy that you don't need) which can be 15-20% of your energy bill.

How do I choose the right tankless water heater?
Tankless water heaters will serve our domestic hot water needs for years to come and provide reliable performance but you have to size and install them correctly. Choosing a qualified contractor who can guide you through the selection process is critical.

Are there tankless water heaters for gas and electric?
Yes, regardless of your heat source, there is a tankless water heater for you. We can provide the correct unit for both gas and electric homes.

How do I choose the best manufacture of tankless water heaters?
Although there are many manufactureres of tankless water heaters, ie: Rinnai, Borsch, Titan, Rheem there is only one manufacture that can boast the highest efficiency AND the best warranty. That is why we have chosed Navien tankless water heaters. In our opinion, they are the best in the industry.