Tankless Water Heaters: Installation and Replacement

Tankless Water Heaters: Installation and Replacement

Tankless Water Heater Installation and Replacement in the Greater Ottawa Area

Tankless water heaters offer a highly efficient, on-demand solution for hot water, providing endless hot water while saving space and energy. Our team in the Greater Ottawa Area specializes in the professional installation and replacement of tankless water heaters. Whether you’re upgrading from a traditional tank system or installing one for the first time, we ensure your unit is properly sized, installed, and optimized for maximum efficiency. Enjoy reliable hot water whenever you need it while reducing your energy bills with a tankless water heater. Contact us today for expert advice and service tailored to your needs.

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Fully licensed and insured, Dr. Pipe has years of experience serving clients across Ottawa and neighbourhoods, earning a reputation for excellence. Our skilled and certified professionals ensure the job is done right the first time, giving you peace of mind every step of the way!

Is time for a new hot water heater, and you’re worried about the cost? Perhaps you don’t know how to begin searching for a new one? A tankless water heater could be the solution you need.

Why Choose a Tankless Water Heater?

Most Ottawans don’t know what a tankless water heater is or how it works.  Even fewer are familiar with the advantages it has over the traditional style. Key benefits of a tankless water heater include:

  • Unlimited supply of hot water. A traditional water heater tank has to fill up then heat water.  A tankless water heater warms water immediately and directly through the flow.  You don’t have to cut your showers short or worry about more than one shower running at the same time.
  • Saves Space. A tankless water heater is an efficient solution when you don’t have much room.  It can fit neatly on a wall, or in a closet.
  • Money Saving. Tankless water heaters require much less maintenance over its lifespan. They save energy costs by heating water as needed, compared to a tank heating water continuously.How Install a Tankless Water Heater by Yourself

Signs That It Is Time to Replace Your Water Heater

Water heaters are designed to be efficient and reliable, but like all man-made appliances, they have a limited lifespan. Eventually, everyone must ask themselves whether they should replace or repair water heaters. At Dr. Pipe Drain and Plumbing Services, we recommend looking out for these signs to determine whether you must change the local hot water heater.

Age of the heater

Most water heaters can last for around 10-15 years before they must be replaced. Experts will generally recommend a replacement after 10 years, though a well-maintained appliance can last a little longer. Gas water heaters have a shorter lifespan, lasting only for 6-8 years before requiring replacement. Older heaters are more prone to develop problems, break down, and consume excessive electricity.

Rusty water tank

Spotting rust in a local hot water heater in Ottawa can be challenging because sometimes it is only present in pipes leading up to a heater and not in it. Check your pressure release or water inlet carefully for signs of rust. If there’s a splattering of rust around it, the tank might also be rusted. You can also drain water in it and check whether water still comes out rusty after two or three buckets. If it does, your tank must be replaced as there’s no way real way to repair it, especially if it is old.

Odd noises from the heater

Odd noises are also a sign of trouble. This usually happens because of sediment build-up, which can harden into a thick layer. This layer will erode your tank, damaging it permanently. While this damage can be stopped if caught early, there’s no alternative but to replace a tank after sediment has settled completely. Such heaters consume more electricity, don’t heat water efficiently, and will eventually cause extensive leaks.

The water doesn’t heat sufficiently

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Insufficient heating is a common problem. It can happen because of a malfunctioning thermostat, broken heating element, or small tank size. Repairing or replacing a thermostat or fix a heating element is easy. But if the tank is too small for your home, there’s no choice but to invest in a replacement.

Leaks

Leaking is generally a sign that your local hot water heater is just too old. Regular hot/cold cycles expand and contract metal, which becomes damaged over time. Once its physical integrity is compromised, you have no choice but to replace it.

If you want to know more about our services related to the local hot water heater in Ottawa, don’t hesitate to contact us at Dr. Pipe Drain and Plumbing, which has a badge as one of the 6 best water heater services in Ottawa from “Best in Ottawa” guide!

What To Consider Before Hiring A Water Heater Repair Services Company

Water heaters can be rather complex to deal with – a water heater repair service is not the same across the board. Sometimes these companies do not have the same licensed and technical training that other service professionals have. This is why it is important that before you select waterheater repair service, you know about the best ways to select the company that matches up with your needs.

Factor #1 – Price

It would be crazy for us to suggest that price does not matter; you should not have to get a second mortgage just to be able to pay for your water heater repair service. If you do find an estimate that seems ‘too good to be true’, it probably is. You probably end up paying much more because of hidden fees and other factors that they conveniently left out during the first bidding phase. Quality water heater repair service is going to cost you money, but it should be a fair price that you pay for it.

Factor #2 – Experience

When trying to find a water heater repair service company, you want a company that has experience at that type of job. You get better quality work when you have a more experienced technician. Do not allow someone who does not know what they are doing to work on your water heater.

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Factor #3 – Certification

Even though most water heater repair service professionals do not need the same training as say a plumber does, it does require them to have certifications. It is important that you make sure that the professional that someone sends over is actually certified to replace or repair your water heater. Otherwise, it could be a messy situation.

Factor #4 – Reputation

You will be able to find about the different reputations online by using the Internet. Do not allow some poorly reviewed water heater repair service By doing some research online you are going to be able to find a company that delivers excellent service every single time that they are called upon.

If you make sure that you follow the steps that we mentioned above, you know that you are going to find a water heater repair service company that is able to offer you a great repair service at a fair price.

What Can You Expect When You Choose Dr. Pipe for The Installation?

When you call Dr. Pipe Drain and Plumbing Services, we will give you our best service.  Qualified and licensed professionals will professionally install your tankless water heater quickly.  We also give our customers:

  • A fair and honest quote.
  • Products and installations that are efficiently designed to reduce maintenance and other risks.
  • The flexibility of options for indoor installation.
  • Solutions perfect for small spaces.
  • A team of bonded and insured professional tradesmen, with all of our licenses and certifications up to date.
  • Clean and restored workspaces so that you and your family can resume living in your home.

Why Dr. Pipe Drain and Plumbing Services?

Many companies offer licensed plumbers, but Dr. Pipe Drain and Plumbing Services also offers respect for your home and your time as our standard.  This means from the time you call us, we are committed to making your entire experience as customer friendly as possible.  We coordinate times that work with your schedule, and call when we’re on our way.  Our plumbers keep our areas neat and covered while working.  In our projects, we use the most appropriate solutions to work quickly and efficiently.

Our strengths do not only lie in plumbing.  We can also help navigating the insurance companies and city red tape.  You will receive all the necessary permits for our jobs.  We will guide you through the City of Ottawa rebates for which you qualify.

Give us a call today for a free upfront estimate!

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Response from the owner:Hi Lara. It was pleasure to help our neighbor in Manotick. Let me know if you need more help with plumbing. Sincerely, Max and Ron
Everything went great! Super helpful and quick. Very happy with their work.
Response from the owner:Thank you Jeff. It was pleasure to change the sump pump. Wise move before spring snow melting and summer storms. Let me know if you need our services in the future. Sincerely, Max and Ron
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Quick and excellent service. Recommended from my folks and did not disappoint.
Response from the owner:Hi James. Thank you very much for your business. Let us know if you need more plumbing work. Sincerely Maxim and Ron
I have used Dr. Pipe since 2011. I call Dr. Pipe whether it is an ordinary job or a major emergency. Twice in emergency situations they came to my aid as soon as possible and this is a relief in a stressful situation. Max (owner) and his crew helped me one winter when a frozen garden pipe burst in the basement ceiling and water poured out of my pot lights. Bad. I turned off the main water supply (Max taught me how to do this simple home-saving tip previously, which has saved my home twice — trust me, learn where your water shutoff is and how to turn it off, all you new and young homeowners.) Dr. Pipe also installed a backwater valve underneath my house — a major job — and this has protected my home from sewage flooding during heavy rain downpours. I never have to worry again about sewage spewing up through a basement sink or floor drain or basement toilet. I trust them in my home, they are always respectful and well mannered, and treat my house as if their own. Don’t hesitate next time you have a minor or major job. I trust them 100%. I’ve recommended them to several neighbours who have used them too.
Response from the owner:Dear customer. Thank you very much for your business. Let us know if you need more plumbing assistance. Sincerely, Max, Ron, Elvis, Andryi and all our crews.
I called Maxim because I had a drain problem in my basement when it rained really hard. Maxim came promptly after I called, he assessed the problem gave me a price and left the decision up to me. Within 2 days of deciding to go ahead, Maxim's foremen showed up at 8 am and installed a back flow water valve and a new sump pump with a backup system. He was done by 2pm, the site was cleaned up, with the new sump pump working. I found this company great to work with and very reliable. I sure am glad I chose them.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your business. Always pleasure to help you with your project. Sincerely,Maxim
i have used the services of Dr Pipe on three separate occasions in last 5 years.

On each occasion, they came to my (110 year old) house same day.

On each occasion they completely repaired the problem

One time they repaired a blocked toilet on very short notice. On the second occasion, they removed multiple blockages in the dishwasher drain line that had accumulated over many years

And in my largest job, they installed a high tech special long life plastic sleeve, inside a 100 year old, 15 foot long, lateral sewer line in the basement - which saved me from hiring a contractor to jack hammer the floor to replace the lateral sewer line.

They are very knowledgeable, experienced, hard working and reasonably priced.

I strongly recommend them for any plumbing problem.

Ian in Ottawa
Response from the owner:Hi Ian. It always pleasure to help you with your projects. And always very happy to see you on CBC live TV with your economic analysis on Canadians every day live. Call us any time for all your plumbing needs. Sincerely, Max and Ron
Very professional. Clearly outlined the options. Completed the work on time, leaving no mess behind. Even helped answer questions from the insurers. 100% would recommend.
Response from the owner:Thank you Mark for your business. Sincerely, Max
Ron helped us out with a tricky and urgent situation and was wonderful to work with!
Response from the owner:Thank you Alyx. For your business. Let us know if you need more plumbing work. Always pleasure to help you. Sincerely Max
Ron installed a kitchen faucet for us. Fast and clean service, Highly recommended.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your business. Let us know if you need more plumbing work done for the spring season. Sincerely, Max