Maintenance Musts: Keeping Your Tankless Water Heater in Top Shape

Tankless water heaters are getting more and more popular because they use less energy and last longer. But regular upkeep is important if you want your tankless water heater to last for a long time. Maintenance not only keeps things running at their best, but it also keeps you from having to pay for expensive fixes. To keep your tankless water heater in great shape, here are some important care tips.

1. Check and Clean the Air Filter Regularly

The air entry filter keeps dust, dirt, and other particles from getting into the unit and clogging up valves, connections, and other sensitive parts that could otherwise break. Use a soft brush and warm water to clean the filter often. Rinse it with clean water and let it dry before putting it back in place. It is best to call a professional plumber if you can't find the filter on your unit or can't clean it yourself.

2. Clean the Water Filter

Hard particles can't get into the unit through the water filter because they would clog the burner or other parts. First, turn off the water to the unit. Then, take out the water filter and clean it under running water. After cleaning, rinse it with clean water and put it back in place before you turn on your tankless system again. Take off and clean the screen if the water filter has one. This screen helps keep dirt and other things inside. Check your user guidebook or call a professional plumber if you need help cleaning the water filter.

3. Flush the Unit

Minerals from the water can build up in your tankless water heater's heating area over time, which could hurt the heat exchanger. To prevent this, flush your unit at least once a year, or more often if your water is very hard. If your water is hard, you should flush the unit at least twice a year. If your water is soft, you only need to flush once a year. Flushing the unit makes sure it works well and increases its usefulness. To make sure the job is done right, it's best to hire a skilled plumber to do it.

4. Keep the Outer Parts Clean

It's easy for the outside of your tankless water heater to get dirty and dusty. Dust and dirt should be wiped off the cover, vents, and other parts with a wet cloth to keep them clean. This helps keep dirt and other things from getting into the unit. Remember that you should never clean any part of a tankless water heater with strong chemicals because they can hurt the unit.

5. Descale the Unit

Descaling is the process of getting rid of the calcium and magnesium crystals called limescale that can build up inside a tankless water heater over time and make it work less well. Use a descaling product to get rid of the scale in your tankless water heater. Turn off the power to the water heater and close the water taps to start. The air should be let out if your unit has one. Connect hoses to the ports that say "cold water" and "hot water." Connect the cold pipe to the pump and put it in a bucket. Put the descaler in the bucket, then connect the hot hose to it. Open the water ports, turn on the pump, and let it run for an hour. Last, turn off the pump, close the water ports, and pour the water out.

6. Schedule Regular Service

Along with the above care tips, you should also have your tankless water heater serviced regularly. Every couple of years, have a professional plumber look at it and clean it to make sure it keeps working well and without any issues. Professional repair done on a regular basis can find problems before they get worse.

Benefits of Regular Tankless Water Heater Maintenance

Your tankless water heater will work better and more quickly if you give it regular maintenance. It also makes problems less likely and makes it last longer, which saves you money in the long run. Regular servicing on a tankless water heater has the following benefits:

• Increases Energy Efficiency: Keeping up with regular maintenance helps make sure that your system is working at its best, which lowers the amount of energy it uses and your monthly power bills.
• Avoids Expensive Repairs: If you do regular maintenance, you can find small problems before they get worse, which saves you money on expensive repairs.
• Increases the System's Lifespan: Regular maintenance will help your tankless water heater last as long as possible, giving you peace of mind and letting you enjoy hot showers for years without having to worry about expensive repairs.
• Enhances Performance and Dependability: Keeping up with regular maintenance for your tankless water heater keeps it running easily and dependably, giving you a steady supply of hot water.
• Lessens the Chance of Carbon Monoxide Leaks: Regular maintenance can lower the chance of carbon monoxide leaks, giving you peace of mind.

Keep Your Tankless Water Heater In Top Shape With proper maintenance Services From Majewski Plumbing 

Majewski Plumbing is here to help you with maintenance on your tankless water heater if you need it. We are one of the best-reviewed and most-rated plumbers in Cape May County, and we do a wide range of plumbing work, including upkeep and repair for tankless water heaters. Our team has been providing excellent service for over 30 years, we offer same-day service, and we focus on saving energy. We can make sure your tankless water heater is in great shape.

Make an appointment with Majewski Plumbing today for maintenance on your tankless water heater to keep it working well all year.

Majewski Plumbing

1275 Bayshore Rd
Villas, NJ
08251
(609) 374-6001
https://www.majewskiplumbing.com/