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• <div><p>On average, a tankless water heater should last between 10 and 15 years. Its lifespan will be affected by how much it's used, the effect of weather where your home is on the unit—colder is harsher and will shorten lifespan—and if the heater is maintained appropriately and regularly. There are many signs your <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/4-signs-your-water-heater-about-fail.htm">water heater needs to be replaced</a>, so pay attention to anything that changes with your heater or hot water. </p></div>

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Last update on November 24, 2025

Reviewed in April 2023
Friendly, efficient Job #RA304266 done by TJ andDENTON ON 4-26-22. Both furnace and water heater, venting and gas connections replaced
Holland Heating & Cooling Inc
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Reviewed in November 2022
They denied a water heater claim. When I threatened to cancel my policy, they then offered to pay a retention just shy of the water heater claim amount and further reduced the payout my the deductible for claims. It was a less than pleasant experience.
First Premier Home Warranty
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Reviewed in August 2019
The plumbers we have had out from Coates were very polite and professional and it was easy to get an appointment on short notice. However, they install AO Smith water heaters, which quit working due to a manufacturer defect after less than 2 years. The manufacturer warranty o ly covers parts,...
Coates Plumbing
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Reviewed in December 2018
Very professional and outstanding services from the SGI team under contract with Home Depot. SGI installed a water heater and furnace. SGI took the time to estimate installation cost, answer all questions, order the furnace/water heater and schedule the job. The job was scheduled within two...
SGI Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in March 2016
My water heater quit working on Sunday and by Monday evening I had the old one removed and a new one installed, thanks to Cregger Plumbing. I originally put in a request with Home Depot for same day service, but after they quoted me 1300 dollars to install a 600 dollar water heater I had to...
Cregger Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in August 2014
Great service, was able to come and replace my water heater on the same day that I called. Reasonably priced and very professional installers.
Kopec Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in March 2013
Our old water heater had built up sediment on the bottom of the tank and was making popping noises when the water would heat. We called Davison Heating and Cooling and had the tank flushed but the noise continued so we decided to replace the unit. I called and the next morning they were here...
Davison Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in December 2011
We first called him out because our refrigerator wasn’t making ice, so he hooked it up for a nominal fee. He set up our water heater and something that takes the iron out of our well water. He is honest, he is trustworthy, and he gives us the best deals. He is just great.
Uttley Plumbing LLC.
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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

Heat pump water heaters, also known as hybrid water heaters, are the most efficient types of water heaters—both in terms of carbon emission and energy efficiency. This type of water heater utilizes as little as half of the energy of a traditional water heater while releasing no direct emissions. Tankless water heaters are also extremely efficient, although slightly less so than hybrid heaters.

Often, the first issue you might encounter is a lack or loss of power—this could be caused by a tripped switch or a failed heating element. If your hot water is not producing enough power and its size is not the issue, you might need to replace one of its heating elements. A leaking water heater could be caused by tank erosion.

You can and should vent the gas from your hot water heater to the outside of your home. Traditionally, these gases were vented back to other gas appliances, like stoves or furnaces, but many jurisdictions have outlawed this practice due to the risks it provides.

Most water heaters today use atmospheric venting that exhausts the gas out of the home through a pipe.

Flushing biannually, checking the anode rod, and temperature settings maximize equipment lifespan while reducing surprise costs.

On average, a tankless water heater should last between 10 and 15 years. Its lifespan will be affected by how much it's used, the effect of weather where your home is on the unit—colder is harsher and will shorten lifespan—and if the heater is maintained appropriately and regularly. There are many signs your water heater needs to be replaced, so pay attention to anything that changes with your heater or hot water.

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