Tankless Hot water heaters

Tankless hot water heaters need yearly maintenance!
Investing in a tankless water heater (either gas or electric) is an
excellent way to reduce energy costs and enjoy the benefit of a steady
supply of hot water on demand. However, as amazing as a tankless hot
water heater can be for you and your family, you don’t want to overlook
the importance of preventive maintenance.
All mechanical devices and equipment must be maintained regularly for
optimal longevity and efficiency, and a tankless water heater is no
different. Understanding why it’s important and what needs to be done
can help you plan for this process.
Maintaining your tankless hot water heater can help you avoid downtime
related to repair issues. It can also potentially help maximize the
longevity of your unit and promote energy efficiency over the months
and years. Water hardness in our area is the most significant factor that
can cause problems with these units but regular system maintenance
steps can diminish the effects of hard water and the scaling it produces.
The primary type of maintenance service that’s needed for most of
these units is cleaning the system. If minerals have caked onto the
components in the unit, descaling efforts must be made. Signs that it
might be time for service are reduced water flow and/or hot water taking
longer to appear.
Descaling is the process that involves removing the accumulated gunk
inside of your system. The minerals in the water can settle in your
system to create a thick mess which can eventually cause the system to
stop working. In severe cases, expensive repairs or actual replacement
may be required. Most manufacturers recommend descaling either
once or twice a year!