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Anderson Water & Power
4.4(
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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When an installation issue was identified, they came back out immediately and remedied the situation. They were professional and clearly showed they took pride in their work. Now we are enjoying our tankless water heater without issue."
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Anderson-Shortell
3.9(
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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1912

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

We have been serving Olean, NY, the Southern Tier, & Northern PA for over 110 years. Anderson-Shortell is a locally owned & operated, full service company offering air conditioning & heating contractors. We provide a quality plumbing contractors for both residential & commercial needs.

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Astar Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
4.8(
138
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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After an extensive process of having different contractors evaluate my home & submit their estimates for the installation of a Bosch tankless boiler/water heater combination unit as well as new baseboard heating, I selected AStar Heating & Cooling. Their staff impressed me from start to finish. Initially, I met Aaron who provided a thorough explanation of how the work would be done, offered other options that I did not know of or considered at the time, and provided a fair estimate that was similar to most of the other contractors. Next, when the time came for the projects to be completed, the technicians, Robert & Trevor, were on point. They always arrived in a timely manner & started working right away. They worked efficiently & quickly to get the projects done in the time frame promised. However, they did not rush, they took pride in their work & made every effort to make sure the work was completed neatly & done properly, as they thoroughly tested out the systems to make sure their were no issues/problems in their setup & performance. They also thoroughly answered my questions about the installation of the new systems as they went about their work. At the end of each workday, they made sure to clean up the job site & were very mindful in not dirtying my new floors by wearing plastic booties whenever they had to walk over them. The Bosch tankless water heater/boiler combination unit has been working without a hitch. I barely notice the difference in the time lag of receiving hot water in comparison to the old 40 gallon tank water heater I previously used. Overall, I highly recommend AStar Heating & Cooling. High quality work done high quality professionals. All of them put my mind at ease on what was a very necessary home improvement project."
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Gypsy Garage
5.0(
12
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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

Response time1 day
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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MVPlumbing and Heating
5.0(
4
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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Marshall came out on a Sunday to replace my water heater. He was very knowledgeable, and great with my daughter who had a million questions. He was quick, and gave me the cheapest estimate around."
Response time6 hrs
R.A. Plumbing
4.8(
4
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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

R.A. Plumbing takes great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job.

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MVPlumbing and Heating
5.0(
5
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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Marshall came out on a Sunday to replace my water heater. He was very knowledgeable, and great with my daughter who had a million questions. He was quick, and gave me the cheapest estimate around."
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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

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.

A thermocouple is a pretty simple device. It simply tells the control valve if heat is present. Most water heaters can use a universal thermocouple, provided it's the correct length. Getting one that's long enough for your appliance is crucial for success. However, some water heater models require model-specific thermocouples, which is why it's essential to take your existing one to the store to find the right match.

Electric water heaters typically last 10 to 20 years, though proper maintenance can extend their lifespan. If your unit is over a decade old and showing signs of inefficiency—such as higher energy bills, frequent repairs, or leaks—replacement is a smart investment. Tankless models last over 20 years, which can make them a longer-lasting alternative to traditional tank water heaters.

You can use multiple tankless water heaters, but that doesn’t mean you should. Adding multiple tankless heaters adds considerable cost to your home in both parts and installation costs. Also, you’re adding many more points of failure in the system, making plumbing issues harder to diagnose. More heaters mean more maintenance, and insurers may want a word regarding the increased risk of water damage. A single, larger unit makes more sense in most situations.

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.

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