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New tankless installs

Tankless Water Heater Installation, Planned Properly

Switching from a tank to tankless involves more than swapping appliances. Gas supply, venting, condensate and water pressure all need to be right for the unit to deliver.

  • Winter-based sizing
  • Gas and vent planning
  • Full commissioning

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  • Tri-Cities, Burnaby, Surrey, Pitt Meadows, Maple Ridge
  • Clear quote before work starts
  • Tidy, respectful work
  • Furnaces and boilers
  • Air conditioning
  • Heat pumps
  • Water heaters
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Overview

What goes into a tankless water heater installation

A typical gas tank burns somewhere around 30,000 to 50,000 BTU per hour. A whole-home tankless unit can draw 150,000 to 199,000 BTU when several taps are open. That difference is why tankless water heater installation often includes a larger gas line from the meter, and sometimes a check that the meter itself can supply the house when the furnace, range and fireplace are all running.

Venting changes too. Condensing tankless units exhaust cool, moist flue gas through PVC or polypropylene pipe and need a condensate drain, often with a neutralizer to protect the drain line. Non-condensing models need stainless steel venting. We plan the vent route to meet clearances from windows, doors and property lines, and position the unit for easy service access.

What to know

What we include with a new installation

The components around the unit matter as much as the unit itself.

01

Correctly sized unit

Chosen by peak flow and winter inlet temperature, not just by house size.

02

Gas line upgrade

Pipe sized for the full burner input so flow does not drop when the furnace fires.

03

Sealed venting

Direct-vent intake and exhaust terminated safely outside your home.

04

Isolation service valves

Allow the heat exchanger to be flushed each year without draining the house.

05

Condensate handling

A neutralizer and drain route for condensing models protect pipes and the environment.

06

Recirculation options

Pumps or built-in recirculation shorten the wait for hot water at distant taps.

Included

Is your home ready for tankless?

  • Gas meter capacity for all appliances at once
  • A gas line route from the meter to the unit
  • An exterior wall or roof route for venting
  • A floor drain or condensate pump option nearby
  • A 120 volt outlet for the controls
  • Water pressure within the manufacturer's range
  • Space for service clearances around the unit
How it works

Installation from start to finish

  1. 1

    Home assessment

    We look over fixtures, gas, venting and space, then recommend a model and size.

  2. 2

    Clear quote

    You see the full scope, including any gas line or vent work, before booking.

  3. 3

    Install day

    The old tank is drained and removed, the new unit mounted, piped, vented and wired.

  4. 4

    Commission and teach

    We test at full flow, set the temperature and show you the controls and error codes.

Why Able Pro

Why choose us for your installation

Sizing done with numbers

We calculate flow and temperature rise rather than picking the biggest box.

Gas work included

Gas line upgrades are planned and quoted as part of the job, not a surprise later.

Rebate guidance

We tell you whether any current utility programs apply and help with paperwork.

Clean utility room

Old tank hauled away and the area left tidy.

Questions

Questions homeowners ask us

Still unsure? Call (236) 222-2222 and talk it through with us.

What size tankless water heater do I need?

Size depends on how many fixtures run at once and how much the water must be heated. A household that runs two showers and a dishwasher together in January needs a much larger unit than a couple with one bathroom. We calculate this during the assessment.

Do I need a new gas line for tankless?

Often yes. The existing line to a tank is usually sized for a much smaller burner. Without an adequate line, the unit may starve for gas and deliver lukewarm water when the furnace or range is running.

Can a tankless unit be installed outside?

Some models are rated for outdoor installation, but in our climate an indoor installation is usually preferred to protect against freezing in cold snaps and to simplify service.

How long does installation take?

A straightforward replacement of a tank with tankless is commonly a full-day job. If a new gas line or long vent run is required, it can take longer.

Is a permit required?

Yes. Gas appliance installations in BC require a gas permit, and we take care of it as part of the installation.

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Plan your tankless upgrade

Call (236) 222-2222 or book online for a tankless installation assessment.

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