Are there problems with tankless water heaters?

Tankless water heaters are like the other home appliances, it gets damaged in the long run. There is a public misunderstanding about water heaters, which can operate forever without malfunctions and lack of performance, which is not the right thing to keep in mind. Tankless water heaters are better than tank water heaters because they take less space. They are smaller because there is no tank to store water inside; tankless water heaters heat water on demand.

So, what are the widespread problems with tankless water heaters?

• Overload• Cold Water Sandwich• Minerals Buildup• Failure with flame or ignition• Clogged Vent• Shortage in Power Supply• Corrosion• Overheating

The overload problems happen when you exceed the capacity limit that a water heater can handle. How can this happen? Opening more faucets and hot water systems simultaneously will cause the overload problem. While the overheating problem can happen because of many reasons, like:

1. Overusing the water heater2. Adjusting the water heater at a high temperature3. Malfunction with the sensors4. The vent is clogged

To solve the problem, you need to diagnose it correctly.

Have you heard the term Cold Water Sandwich before? It happens when you take a shower, and once you finish and leave the bathroom, another person enters to take a shower. The water will start hot, and the temperature will decrease gradually until it become cold, then it starts to go hotter again.

Whatever the problem, you need to hire a professional plumber to solve it because the water heater is a complex device to deal with. Check our offers and enjoy our 75$ discount on water heaters services now!