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Avatar for Water Heater Boys, LLC
Water Heater Boys, LLC
5.0(
21
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Tankless Water Heater - InstallWater Heater - Install or Replace

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My tankless water heater went out on a Friday night, and the Water Heater Boys were able to replace it on Saturday the next day! Excellent customer service and professionalism. Will definitely call if in this situation again, and will tell my friends!"
Tankless Install
75gal Bradford White
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
Avatar for Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
4.4(
722
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Solar Water Heater System - InstallTankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For Business+6 more

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The first visit lead to cleaning the area around the heater and burners and checking the thermocouple. Sadly that seemed to make it worse. Less than a week later No hot water for over 30 hours till the second technician replaced the thermocouple. All is perfect now. No charge for the second visit. The next step, if needed will be a tankless and their quote looks a bit steep. But I am really hoping I won’t need to go that far."
Living room Mini-Split
Aquasana home Filtration
Almost no disturbance at EBMUD meter
Navien with filtration to protect the heat exchanger
New house valve and Pressure Reducing Valve

+73

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Durrani Plumbing
Durrani Plumbing
4.9(
15
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceWater Heater - Repair or Service

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Sarfraz was the first to respond to my request. He gave me a quote for what I was requesting, and we were able to schedule an appointment the following day. He was very friendly and also gave me helpful advice on maintaining my water heater, as well as which signs to look out for in the future, in order to prevent any problems or issues. I will definitely keep Durrani in my contacts for future business."
American Standard Faucet
Insinkerator Garbage Disposal
Bradford White Water Heater
Bradford White Water Heater
75 Gallon Water Heaters

+9

Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for In & Out Plumbing & Construction Inc
In & Out Plumbing & Construction Inc
4.2(
79
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Solar Water Heater System - InstallTankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For Business+6 more

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"In & Out is fast and professional.   They bid our job in the morning, and were back that afternoon with new toilet tank flushing devices and had all four of them installed in our bathroom the same day.   They took away the old parts and the boxes the new parts came in.   They are knowledgeable, punctual and tidy.   Should we have any plumbing problems, I would call them right away!"
San Francisco Sewer Line
Floor Drain
San Francisco Sewer Line
Floor Drain
San Francisco Sewer Line

+27

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Water Heaters FAQs, answered by experts

Unless they are connected to the same system, boilers and water heaters will both need their own expansion tanks. The only case they wouldn’t have separate expansion tanks is if the boiler is pulling double duty and managing a heating system while also supplying hot water for a home. In which case, you may not need a hot water heater.

A tankless water heater can last up to 20 years, which is nearly double the lifespan of a conventional tank heater. However, their longevity is highly dependent on several factors. With proper installation and regular maintenance, such as descaling to prevent mineral buildup from hard water, you can expect a lifespan of 15 to 20 years. Without proper care, a tankless unit may begin to fail in as little as 12 years. Other factors that affect its lifespan include household usage and the quality of the local water supply. While they have a higher upfront cost, their energy savings, smaller size, and longer life make them a worthwhile investment for many homeowners.

You don’t have to replace expansion tanks at the same time as your hot water heater. You may be able to go six to 12 years or more before needing to replace your expansion tank. At $150 to $450, hot water heater expansion tanks are usually much more affordable than the cost of hot water tanks themselves, which average about $1,190.

Yes, you can replace a current tank water heater with a tankless model or vice versa. If you’re maintaining the same fuel source—gas or electricity—the switchover should be smooth. A conventional tank requires open floor space, while a tankless model can be wall-mounted. If you’re switching to a tank water heater, you might need to clear space for it. Gas-powered tankless water heaters need a large volume of gas when they start running to heat the water instantly. You might need to increase the size of the gas line when going from a tank to a tankless model.

No, boilers and water heaters are not interchangeable because they serve different primary functions. Boilers are used for central heating systems, providing hot water or steam to heat your home. In contrast, a water heater's purpose is to supply hot water for daily household use, such as for faucets and showers. A water heater alone cannot supply the warm water or steam needed for a central heating system.

While they are not interchangeable, it is common to have both a boiler and a water heater. In fact, a conventional boiler often works best when a water heater system is already in place. The two systems can be combined to provide both heating and hot water, either by pairing a boiler with an indirect water heater or by installing a premade combination boiler-water heater unit. For home heating, some homeowners may also opt for a furnace instead of a boiler.

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