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Best Places to Install Your Tankless Water Heater

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Best Places to Install Your Tankless Water Heater

If you’re thinking about installing a tankless water heater in your home, you’ve probably found yourself asking where to mount it. It’s important to consider its placement since it plays a key role in its efficiency.

The best place for tankless water heater installation depends on what kind of system it is and what you’re going to use it for. Typically, whole-house water heaters have more flexibility in terms of location than point-of-use water heaters. Brian Wear Plumbing explores the differences between the two and their ideal placements below.

Whole-House Water Heater

You can typically install the new tankless system in the exact location where your old traditional tank used to sit during water heater replacement. This is the most popular location for tankless systems because the gas and water pipes are ready to go.

Your new water heater will need proper ventilation. Since tankless units vent through the wall or roof, the space will need to accommodate a vent. If your home doesn’t already have venting in place, we’ll need space to install a vent. We can help you determine if your chosen location is accessible enough for water heater repair in Columbia, MO.

Point-of-Use Water Heater

If your new tankless heater is intended for a specific use, like providing water to a single bathroom or laundry room, then it’s best to install it as close as possible to the fixtures. This ensures the flow of water is quick and efficient. It also cuts down heat loss.

Your home needs to have the correct plumbing configuration and electrical hook-ups nearby to accommodate a point-of-use unit. A licensed plumber in Columbia, MO, from our team can reconfigure your plumbing system for your point-of-use unit.

As your one-stop shop for quality water heater services, Brian Wear Plumbing is dedicated to helping you choose the perfect location for your new water heater. Contact us today, and we’d be happy to help you plan your upcoming installation. We serve Columbia, MO, and the surrounding areas, including Ashland and Hallsville.

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