Tankless Water Heater Services in Escondido & Nearby Areas

Tankless water heaters are more energy efficient, provide faster access to hot water, and tend to last longer than their traditional, tank-based counterparts. To ensure that your unit continues operating at peak efficiency years after the initial installation, routine maintenance is crucial.

While homeowners can perform certain simple tasks and rudimentary inspections on their own, often with no more than a flashlight, some tasks require the expertise of a licensed water heater expert from Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Escondido.

Always consult your unit’s official manual provided by the manufacturer before any other resource, but some of the activities that a homeowner may be able to handle themselves include:

• Regular System Flushes - Most tankless units should be flushed out at least once per year, or even more frequently if you have so-called “hard” water or concerns about other mineral buildups.
• Filter Cleanings/Changes - A typical tankless water heater system has both a water filter (usually located at the cold water inlet) and an air filter to keep the mechanical components free of dust and dirt. These filters can usually be readily accessed by the end user by following the manual that came with the unit. Your manual should have a section on filter changes that include how to safely access the filters, how often they should be changed or checked, and sources or parts numbers for obtaining replacement filters. If you’re having trouble cleaning or replacing a filter yourself, remember that no tankless job is too small for Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Escondido.

• Exterior Cleaning - Like any other valuable home appliance, you should also give your tankless water heater a good dusting and a gentle wipe with a damp cloth occasionally. When doing so, be careful not to introduce moisture to the mechanical parts or knock excess dust into the chassis. Regular exterior cleaning also gives you a chance to do a close-up inspection for any signs of wear or damage. If your unit is beginning to rust, for example, you should call Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Escondido for a more thorough, professional inspection.
• Visual Leak Checks - Take a flashlight and closely check the inlets and outlets of your tankless water heater for signs of leakage every once in a while, being careful to differentiate normal condensation from leaking water. This simple visual inspection is a good place to start if you seem to be losing pressure in your hot water stream across all your different faucets, fixtures, and appliances but aren’t sure why.