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Why does my tankless hot water heater go cold?

By Robert Flores / October 27, 2022

Low Water Pressure Low water pressure is one of the most significant reasons why the tankless water heater suddenly cold during the shower. The flow within your device is lower than the activation flow rate required, resulting in the closing down of the gas burner or it may not ignite the burner at all. Jun […]

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What is a hybrid tankless water heater?

By Robert Flores / October 26, 2022

A heat pump or hybrid water heater is comprised of a tank on the bottom and a heat pump on top. Instead of generating heat directly, this type of water heater uses electricity to move heat from one place (the air) to another (your water). Apr 12, 2019 Can a tankless water heater fill a […]

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Which is better tank or tankless water heater?

By Robert Flores / October 26, 2022

According to Energy.gov, “For homes that use 41 gallons or less of hot water daily, demand (or tankless) water heaters can be 24% to 34% more energy efficient than conventional storage tank water heaters.” Tankless water heaters (if gas-fired) will save homeowners over $100 annually the longer they remain in service. Is gas or electric […]

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What is the normal gas pressure for a house?

By Robert Flores / October 26, 2022

Natural gas piping systems in residential single-family and multi-family buildings typically operate at standard delivery pressure, 1/3 pound-per-square inch gauge. How many PSI is a natural gas line? The pressure of gas in each section of line typically ranges from 200 pounds to 1,500 pounds per square inch, depending on the type of area in […]

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What is the most efficient water heating system?

By Robert Flores / October 26, 2022

Heat pump water heaters move heat from one place to another instead of generating heat directly for providing hot water, resulting in high efficiencies and significant cost savings. Solar water heaters use the sun’s heat to provide hot water and also save money on energy bills. Do tankless water heaters pay for themselves? Tankless water […]

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What size tankless water heater do I need for a family of 4?

By Robert Flores / October 26, 2022

What Size Tankless Water Heater Do I Need For A Family Of 2, 3, 4, 5, Or 6? Number Of Family Members: Gas Tankless Heater Size (GPM) Electric Tankless Heater Size (kW) What size tankless water heater do I need for a family of 3? 7-9 GPM 15-23 kW Resources What Size Tankless Water Heater […]

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Who owns Rinnai water heater?

By Robert Flores / October 26, 2022

Rinnai Corporation is a Japanese multinational company based in Nagoya, Japan, that manufactures gas appliances, including energy-efficient tankless water heaters, home heating appliances, kitchen appliances, gas clothes dryers and commercial-use equipment such as rice cookers, grillers, fryers and salamanders. How long does a Rinnai tankless water heater last? up to 20 years The life expectancy […]

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What size tankless water heater do I need for a family of 5?

By Robert Flores / October 26, 2022

In short, a family of 5 would need a 10 GPM gas tankless heater or 27 kW electric tankless heater if you live in the northern part of the USA, where the input water has a lower temperature. The tankless heater has to work extra hard to bring the water temperature up to 110˚F or […]

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Can you replace a tank water heater with a tankless?

By Robert Flores / October 26, 2022

Yes. The initial cost of converting your tank water heater to a tankless is expensive. Tankless water heaters are 3x more expensive than your average tank water heater. However, the energy savings and supply of endless hot water can outweigh the cost for many. Feb 18, 2021 Do you need a professional to install a […]

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