Lakeland Tankless Water Heater Services

Water heaters are expensive appliances that will be with you for over a decade. When it’s time to replace your water heater or install one in your new home, it’s essential to consider the benefits and costs of traditional water heaters versus alternatives like tankless systems.

All Pro Plumbing has over 25 years of repairing and installing water heaters throughout Lakeland. We’ve found more and more people are turning to tankless models for their cost savings and efficiency. If you’re interested in a tankless system, call one of our experts for a consultation.

Our water leak detection service finds leaks fast before they damage your home and property.

Why Should You Consider a Tankless Water Heater?

First, in case you’re not familiar with tankless water heaters, or an on demand water heater as they’re sometimes called, let’s take a quick look at why they’re different from traditional water heaters and how they work.

Traditional water heaters store water in a large tank and heat it for future use. Tankless systems use high-powered burners to rapidly heat water as it runs through the system and delivers it directly to your fixtures.

With that out of the way, here are the benefits to installing a tankless water heater in your home.

• Energy Efficiency Because tankless water heaters don’t store water in a tank and continually heat it until it’s ready for use, they’re more energy efficient.According to experts, since tankless systems heat the water on an as-needed basis, they’re approximately 24% to 34% more efficient than tank-style water heaters, which can save you hundreds of dollars a year on your energy bills.
• Longer Lifespan If it’s time to replace your water heater, now is the time to consider a tankless design. The typical tank-style water heater lasts about 10 years, while a tankless system can last up to twice as long.
• Unlimited Hot Water Perhaps the most significant benefit of going tankless is you get unlimited hot water. Imagine never having to worry again about getting into the shower and finding out there’s no more hot water.
• Space Savings The average tankless water heater isn’t much bigger than a suitcase. You can install these systems on a wall or tuck it away in a closet, giving you more space you can use.

To find out if a tankless water heater fits your household’s needs, call All Pro Plumbing.

Five Signs You Need Tankless Water Heater Repair

While tankless water heaters are far more reliable and longer lasting than their tank-style brethren, there’s always the chance something will break down.

Here are the top five signs that signal it’s time to call a professional to fix your water heater.

• Random Shut Offs If the water heater begins shutting down randomly, it could be that one of the components is failing and needs replacing. The good news is random shut offs don’t always mean replacing the entire system is warranted.
• Reduced Water Pressure Over time, the buildup of mineral deposits can restrict passageways just like they do in your home’s plumbing system. The result is that you get inconsistent or reduced water pressure.
• The Water Isn’t Hot Enough or Inconsistent Although tankless water heaters last longer than traditional water heaters, with heavy usage, they can wear down more quickly and lose some efficiency, resulting in water that isn’t as hot as it used to be.

If the water isn’t as hot as it was before, it could be the water pressure is too high and your burners don’t have time to heat the water, or it could be that the burner is failing.

• Your Washing Machines or Dishwasher Doesn’t Work Your washing machine and dishwasher need hot water to work properly. As your tankless water heater ages, or if it’s not functioning properly, it may not be able to supply the hot water these appliances require.
• Water Leaks Leaks from tankless water heaters are rare with today’s models, but it does happen occasionally. A leaking water heater usually must be replaced, but call your local plumbing professional to find out if a repair can buy you a little more time.

Before you pour a dangerous drain cleaner down the drain, call All Pro Plumbing for safer, more effective drain cleaning.

Do You Need a Point Of Use Water Heater?

Point-of-use water heaters are handy devices used when you have a fixture that’s a significant distance away from the water heater. Why is this a problem?

The greater the distance the fixture is from the water heater, the longer it takes for hot water to arrive. A point-of-use water heater eliminates the waiting time to get hot water out of the faucet.

Another advantage of these systems is that they can be added easily to your existing plumbing. Most point of use water heaters are installed under the kitchen or bathroom sink.

Point of use water heaters are growing in popularity with homeowners who are tired of waiting to get hot water from the shower or sink.