Standard Water Heaters
(Click here for TANKLESS water heaters)
The San Jose Water Heater Installation, Repair, Replacement Experts
Welcome to Allstar Plumbing’s standard water heater page. Although standard water heaters have lost market usage for the new tankless water heaters, they are still widely used by many commercial and residential homeowners. Although less fuel-efficient then their counterparts, standard tank water heaters have some benefits like the possibility of having a simple recirculation system attached, the ability to be mounted in tandem without having to have complicated valve systems attached, the ability to be connected in line with a hot water solar heating system and again without having a complicated valve system attached, ability of being used as hybrid hot water storage system and as a standard tank water heater like most of us have know them for throughout the past years. Call us today at: 408-282-7020. We have the right expert 24 hours a day 7 days a week ready to help you with any standard tank water heater in San Jose, be that a matter of replacement and repair or installation.
Below please find some of the different types of water heaters and installations we at Allstar Plumbing in San Jose are proud of providing.
1. Standard Gas Water Heater By Our San Jose Professionals
There are several types of what we call “standard” water heaters, they are basically differentiated by the application but the one thing in common is the existence of a cylindrical water storage tank that will be heated by the use of a few different fuel sources. The first type I want to talk about is the common gas fired 40 Gal. Water heaters. This water heater is commonly found in every single-family home in San Jose. This doesn’t mean that these water heaters are all alike, they will vary obviously by manufacturer, by something called B.T.U. (British Thermal Units), insulation rating and model. Standard gas Fired Water Heaters can also be found for some residential applications in other sizes all the way up to 100 Gal. depending the hot water consumption on the particular dueling. All these factors greatly contribute to the cost of any water heater. Allstar Plumbing is able to provide competitive pricing and expertise on the installation of any Gas water heater installed in San Jose. Call us today we have a gas water heater professional technician right here in San Jose ready to help you.
2. Servicing All Propane Water Heaters in San Jose
Propane water heaters are generally found in San Jose mobile home, and trailer parks. The only visible differences between them and the regular gas water heater are the fuel type, capacity and size. Traditionally Propane water heaters are installed in mobile homes because the available fuel at these locations is propane and because storage space is normally limited making the propane water heaters a viable option due to their narrow outer diameter. Allstar plumbing has qualified technicians to properly install, repair and replace all makes and models of propane water heaters in San Jose. Call us today at: 408-282-7020. You’ll be glad you did
3. The San Jose Electric Water Heater Expert
Another fuel source used in San Jose for standard water heaters is electricity. Electric water heaters are commonly installed in places gas is not available. Less efficient then gas water heaters, electric water heaters can also be a good choice for uses where space is limited or installation so it require such as overhead and under the cabinet installations. Electric water heaters in San Jose are also found in different commercial applications be that for kitchens or bathrooms. Call us today we have a San Jose Electric water heater expert plumber ready to attend all your needs.
4. Commercial Water Heaters In San Jose Serviced By Our Competent Professionals.
As I briefly mentioned above, Commercial water heaters are typically used in most of the cases in San Jose business establishments such as restaurants and multiuser residential dwellings like hotels and apartment complexes. Normally Commercials water heaters installed in San Jose are fueled by electricity, Gas and propane but what greatly distinguishes these water heaters from their counterparts is size, construction, and delivery rate. Due to the nature of their normal applications commercial water heaters have to be made of a stronger construction, larger size and a bigger BTU rating. If you are looking for a competent professional to repair, replace or install a commercial water heater in San Jose please call us today at: 408-282-7020 we have the right technician for the job.
Water Heater Purchasing And Maintenance Tips for your San Jose Home or Business
Purchasing Tips
- Decide what type of fuel source you should go for. Now that is time to replace your water heater in San Jose it may make sense to change the fuel type
- Decide if a higher insulation rating would suit you better. The higher the insulation rating the more expensive the water heater becomes, but on the other hand a higher insulation rating water heater will have lower fuel consumption.
- Decide if you should get a larger or smaller tank capacity. It is possible that your water heater tank is too big for your demand therefore a smaller capacity water heater would make more sense because your fuel bill will be smaller too. It is also possible that you often run out of hot water because your water heater tank is too small for your hot water demand and since you have to replace your old one, now would be the right time to upgrade.
- Decide if perhaps instead of upsizing your water heater thank you should opt for a higher BTU rating.
Maintenance Tips
- Always set your thermostat to no more then 120 degrees. Besides the fact that it is unsafe, most water heater problems in San Jose is due to constant water temperature fluctuation
- Consider install temperature balancing tub and shower valves or more commonly know as “Anti Scald Valves” to avoid scalding problems.
- If your water heater starts leaking, turn off your gas and your water safety valves and Call us immediately at: 408-282-7020
- Drain your water heater at least once a year using the guidelines described in your owner’s manual. One of the major causes for water heater failures is due to calcium build up at the bottom of the water heater tank, having a good maintenance interval will dramatically extend the life of your tank.
Tankless Water Heaters
Get The Right Tankless Water Heater Installed In Your San Jose Home Today.
The job of choosing the right tankless water heater can be a extensive and complicated task. Allstar Plumbing in San Jose has created this page to help you with that decision. Here you will find: Reasons why you should choose us, links on how to get tax credits, valuable discounts from our online “specials page”, pricing information, information on how tankless water heaters work, installation types, advantages of tankless water heaters and even links to the manufacturers so you can learn even more about the brand you are looking fore.
Why Choose Allstar Plumbing for your Tankless water heater installation?
Choosing the right plumber to install your tankless water heater in your San Jose home is of the utmost importance. Allstar Plumbing is a local privately owned San Jose contractor. One of the company’s founders came from Europe where tankless water heaters have been around for decades. Allstar Plumbing is a licensed C36 plumbing contractor fully bonded and insured, we hire the best plumbers the local industry has to offer, we have pioneered the local industry in the tankless water heater installation long before they become popular. Our pricing is the most competitive considering the quality of workmanship, materials and the local plumbing code standards used in the installation of these water heaters. Call us today at: 408-282-7020 for a free estimate or consultation, our plumbers are available 24 hours a day eager to answer any questions you may have.
Hurry Tax Credits For Tankless Water Heaters Are Coming To An End
That’s right as far as we know Uncle Sam is closing down their tax incentives for the replacement of your standard water heater by the more efficient tankless kind by the end of 2010. For more information please follow this link: http://www.energy.gov/taxbreaks.htm . You can also add to your tax savings, valuable discounts that you can find in our “specials page”. Just give us a call today and let us know that you would like to take advantage of a discount you just found on our site and would like to apply it towards your tankless water heater installation.
How much does a tankless water heater cost?
Our prices start at $2.500.00. But we need to keep in mind that the cost of a tankless water heater including: Labor installation, al materials and proper permitting greatly varies with the type of water heater, BTU consumption, location, the amount of gas line modification if any, type of venting necessary, manufacturer brand amongst other things. Please do give us a call at: 408-282-7020 for a free on-site estimate and consultation our plumbers are here to help you 24 hours a day 7 days a week including weekends and holidays.
With a Thankless water heater, your home in will never run out of hot water again.
That is correct, as long it is properly sized and there is enough gas and water supplying your takless water heater you will never run out of hot water again. I hate when I’m all soaped up and the water heater runs out of hot water because I just ran a load of laundry or I forgot that I had the dishwasher cleaning the lunch dishes. Due to the method in which tankless water heaters operate running out of hot water is a thing of the past. Give us a call today – our plumbers are right here in San Jose ready to get started with you decision of getting endless hot water forever.
What is a Tankless Water Heater?
A tankless water heater is a water-heating device that just like the name indicates does not contain a water storage tank. As a consequence a tankless water heater takes up a lot less space no mater where you install it. Certain very small electric models called “point of use tankless water heaters” can be installed under sinks making them up to 40% more energy efficient than the traditional storage tank counterparts mainly because they don’t have standby energy losses during periods of no use were the thermostat constantly turns on the burner to keep hot water in the tank. Call us today at: 408-282-7020 one of our plumbers is standing by to answer any of your questions.
How do tankless water heaters work?
When there is a demand for hot water (e.g. a hot water tap is opened for a sink, shower, tub, or washing machine) the tankless water heater’s water flow turbine senses the flow and starts the heating process. The water flow turbine sends a signal to the control board, which looks at multiple factors: incoming water temperature, desired water temperature as set on the temperature controller, and the calculated difference between the two temperatures. Depending on the calculated incoming and desired water temperatures, the gas or electric flow into the burner assembly is modulated and the electronic ignition sequence begins. Water is heated to the desired temperature as it circulates through the copper heat exchanger providing continuous hot water. When the hot water tap is turned off, the tankless water heater shuts down and is placed in a standby mode pending the next call for hot water.
What is the best tankless water heater for my San Jose home?
The best water tankless heater for your San Jose home is always the one that fits your needs. Here are 4 main factors to consider:
- Type of fuel source: gas, electric or propane
- Venting type: Indoor or outdoor type
- Location type: under sink (point-of use), located same place of old tank type water heater or new location possibly out doors
- Demand type: This is measured by calculating the number and type of fixtures that the Tankless water heater needs to supply hot water to. This translates in to the unit BTU rating
We understand that you may not be so sure of how to respond to some of the factors above described. That is why we will go to your home and give you a free estimate and assessment, answer any question you may have so you can come up with the right decision towards achieving a solution that best fits your needs. Just give us a call today at: 408-282-7020 we will be glad to help.
What are the advantages of a tankless water heater?
Also known as a point of use water heater or an on demand water heater, this innovative product generates hot water immediately when you open the hot water faucet. The unit then turns it-self off when the faucet is closed, thus saving energy costs over the entire lifetime of the unit. The energy consumed is only for heating the water that is needed for that specific time. Since there is no storage of hot water and no constant heating and re-heating of water as in standard water heaters, you’re not wasting energy when you don’t need it. The energy savings of the gas tankless water heater translates in to dollar savings for you and reduced impact on our environment. Typical savings are approximately 30% of your energy usage. Furthermore, a tankless water heater produces an endless supply of hot water, provided you size the unit appropriately. Points-of-use water heaters are also designed to last for 20+ years and can be mounted to a wall to save space.
Other Tankless Water Heaters applications for you San Jose Home
- Remote BBQ or outdoor sink
- Pool house or pool shower
- Remote bathrooms or hot tubs
- To serve as a booster, eliminating long pipe runs, for solar water heating systems, dishwashers and sanitation stations.
Where do I go for more information?
Below you find link to four main manufacturers so you can be even better informed about this wonderful product.
Hope this page was informative and has in any way helped you in making the right decision in regards to your water heater needs. Please Call us today our San Jose water heater experts are here to serve you 24 hours a day 7 days a week even on weekends and holidays.
