Montgomery Tankless Water Heater Repair Services
Is your tankless water heater acting up? Call Cole Plumbing, Inc., your Montgomery water heater specialists, now at (334) 279-8919 to make an appointment with our friendly and knowledgeable staff.
The installation of a tankless water heater in a home is a great way to lower energy costs. A tankless 
water heater is typically mounted on a wall and connected to a home’s water supply. The unit should run for many years without any major problems. A problem that does occur will require the assistance of a licensed plumber. Most problems with the unit are due to exterior factors.
Gas Supply Line
The minimum size line for a tankless water heater is three-quarters of an inch. Existing gas lines found in a home have a diameter of one-half of an inch. A professional plumber will check to ensure that all the gas lines running to the water heater. One reason why the water heater is not be working correctly is because the gas line ma not sized to the maximum BTU per hour.
Water Flow Problems
Low water flow is a problem that can occur with a tankless water heater. A plumber will check to see if the input filter to see if it is full of debris. This is done by relieving the hot water pressure before taking the filter out of the unit. The filter may need to be cleaned or a new one needs to be installed.
Temperature Problems
Inadequate hot water in a home can be caused by a variety of reasons. The main reason is typically due to too much strain on the system. Tankless water heaters have a specific flow rate. The flow rate for the unit is the amount of hot water at one time. A Homeowner who uses too many appliances or takes a shower while washing clothes often finds that hot water is inadequate. Another reason for the lack of hot water in a home may be due to a bad cross-flow.
Hard Water
Excessive minerals in water are the main reason for hard water. Minerals in water can lead to excessive wear and decrease the lifespan of the unit. The best way to prevent issues with hard water is to install a water softener. Soft water will not contain calcium and other minerals. This helps to extend the life of a tankless water heater.
Is your tankless water heater acting up? Call Cole Plumbing, Inc., your Montgomery water heater specialists, now at (334) 279-8919 to make an appointment with our friendly and knowledgeable staff.
