Tankless
TANKLESS WATER HEATER INSTALL & REPAIR — ENDLESS HOT WATER
Hot water that doesn't run out. 25-30% less gas use. 20-year lifespan instead of 10. Rinnai, Navien, Noritz — installed, permitted, warrantied by our in-house crew.
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Overview
When tankless makes sense — and when it doesn't
A tankless water heater heats water on demand instead of keeping 50 gallons hot 24 hours a day. When you turn on a hot faucet, water flows through a heat exchanger, gets heated instantly, and comes out hot for as long as you want. No tank to run out, no standby energy loss, no 12-year replacement clock. Done right, tankless is the single best upgrade for a family that actually uses hot water.
But tankless isn't automatically better for every household. A two-person apartment with one bathroom doesn't see the payback. Tankless shines for larger families (3+ people), households with high simultaneous hot water demand, homes where you're already mid-remodel and touching the gas and venting, or anyone planning to stay in the house 10+ years for the gas savings to pay back the upfront cost.
What we install
- Rinnai — our default recommendation for most Salt Lake Valley homes. Reliable, well-supported parts network, 12-year residential warranty
- Navien — condensing units, higher efficiency (94-98%), best for larger homes and low-gas-bill priority
- Noritz — commercial and larger residential, long track record on apartment buildings and light commercial
- Indoor and outdoor models — we specify based on venting access, climate, and space
- Gas and propane — most Utah installs are natural gas; propane for homes beyond gas service
What changes during install
A tankless replacement is more than a swap. Expect the following as part of a proper install. Gas line upgrade — tankless needs a 3/4" gas line minimum, sometimes 1", and often the existing 1/2" line from a tank install won't do it. Gas meter capacity check — older homes may need a meter upgrade from the utility. Venting — condensing tankless units run PVC or polypropylene vent pipe direct through the wall; non-condensing units need category III stainless. Condensate drain — condensing units produce acidic condensate that needs a neutralizer and a drain path. Electrical — tankless units need a 120V outlet. Water softener recommended — Utah hard water destroys tankless heat exchangers 2-3x faster than soft water; we pair tankless with softeners on most installs.
Honest tankless math for Utah
A 50-gallon tank install runs $1,850-$2,850. A tankless install runs $3,500-$6,800. The upfront delta is $1,500-$4,000. Tankless saves 25-30% on gas usage, which on a typical Utah family hot water bill ($35-$55/mo on gas) is $9-$16/mo or $108-$192/yr. Payback on upfront delta is 10-20 years — the same time as the tankless lifespan. You're not buying tankless to save money. You're buying it for endless hot water, smaller footprint, and longer lifespan. If that's worth the premium to you, it's the right call.
Quality Service Club members get annual descaling included, which is the single biggest thing you can do to hit the 20-year lifespan on a tankless in Utah hard water territory.
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Warning signs
Signs Tankless Is The Right Upgrade For You
Tankless isn't for everyone. It shines in specific situations — here's when it makes sense.
Large family (4+ people) regularly running out of hot water mid-shower
Current tank is 10+ years old and approaching end-of-life
You want to reclaim the floor space a tank currently takes up
You're already doing a remodel that touches the gas line and utility room
Planning to stay in the home 10+ years and want long-term lower gas bills
High-demand simultaneous use (shower + dishwasher + laundry) overwhelms current tank
You have a vacation home that sits unused and you don't want a tank heating nothing
Currently have a 75-gallon tank and want to downsize footprint without losing capacity
Prior water heater experience includes tank rupture and flooding
You value endless hot water for luxury tubs or big soaking baths
Endless hot water
Nobody takes the last shower.
Tankless heats water on demand. Shower, dishwasher, and washer running simultaneously — still hot. 20-year lifespan, 25-30% less gas, wall-mount saves floor space.
Typical lifespan
20yr
Across Salt Lake, Utah, Davis, Weber, and Tooele counties.
The Process
How a Tankless Install Runs
On the truck
Cable machine, jetter, and pipe camera — every call.
In-home assessment
Tech reviews existing gas line size, gas meter capacity, venting routes, electrical availability, water supply line, and softener status. You get a scoped quote with any required upgrades built in — no surprise add-ons during install.
Unit selection and scheduling
We recommend a specific Rinnai, Navien, or Noritz model based on household size, simultaneous use, and vent type. Most installs schedule 3-7 days out; sooner if inventory's on hand and your old unit is leaking.
Install day
Old tank removed and hauled off. New tankless mounted to wall. Gas line upgraded if needed. Venting installed through exterior wall. Condensate drain routed to drain. Water connections made with service valves for future descaling. Full day for most jobs, two for major gas line upgrades.
Commissioning and testing
Pressure test the gas line, check for combustion air, run hot water through every fixture, verify temperature stability, register warranty with manufacturer. You get a walkthrough on how to use the unit and what the error codes mean.
Permit and inspection
We pull the city permit before install and schedule the inspection afterward. Pass the inspection, register the manufacturer warranty (12 years on parts for most Rinnai residential), and include our 10-year workmanship warranty on the paperwork.
Pricing
Tankless Water Heater Cost in Salt Lake City
Flat-rate, quoted after the assessment. Pricing depends on unit size, venting complexity, and required upgrades.
| Service | Low | High | Member price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Rinnai tankless install (condensing) | $4,500 | $6,800 | $3,825– $5,780 15% off | Most common Wasatch Front residential install |
| Navien condensing tankless install | $4,800 | $7,200 | $4,080– $6,120 15% off | Higher-efficiency option, larger family homes |
| Noritz tankless install | $4,200 | $6,500 | $3,570– $5,525 15% off | Reliable workhorse for standard residential |
| Non-condensing tankless install | $3,500 | $5,200 | $2,975– $4,420 15% off | Lower upfront, slightly lower efficiency |
| Gas line upgrade (3/4" to 1") | $485 | $1,250 | $412– $1,063 15% off | Often required on tank-to-tankless conversion |
| Gas meter upgrade coordination | $0 | $0 | $0– $0 15% off | Utility handles actual meter — we coordinate |
| Tankless descaling service (annual) | $195 | $325 | $166– $276 15% off | Included for Quality Service Club members |
| Tankless repair service call | $129 | $189 | $110– $161 15% off | Waived if you approve the repair |
| Heat exchanger replacement (out of warranty) | $650 | $1,450 | $553– $1,233 15% off | Rare; prevented by annual descaling |
| Emergency after-hours surcharge | $95 | $150 | $81– $128 15% off | Nights, weekends, holidays |
Member pricing reflects the Quality Service Club 15% repair discount. Service call fees are separate.
Prices reflect 2026 Salt Lake County residential work. Commercial multi-unit setups quoted separately.
Quality Service Club
Skip the bill. Skip the line.
For $79 a year, members get 15% off every repair, priority dispatch on every call, and a free annual drain and plumbing inspection — the same stuff we'd charge $195 for on a cold call.
- 15% off repairs
- Priority dispatch
- Annual inspection
- 24/7 service access
- $25 referral bonus
- Parts + labor warranty
Plumbing
$79/year
- 15% off all plumbing repairs
- Priority dispatch — skip the line
- Annual drain piping inspection
- Full home water-supply inspection
- Tag on your emergency shut-off
- $25 referral bonus
HVAC (1 unit)
$199/year
- 15% off HVAC repairs
- Priority dispatch on furnace or AC calls
- Annual furnace + AC safety inspection
- Thermostat calibration and battery swap
- Outdoor condenser cleaning check
Plumbing + HVAC
$258/year
- Everything in both plans
- Whole-home annual inspection
- 15% off every service we offer
- Priority dispatch across plumbing and HVAC
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Compare
Tank vs. Tankless vs. Heat Pump Water Heater
Three ways to make hot water. The right one depends on family size, fuel type, upfront budget, and how long you're staying.
| Feature | Tank (gas) | Tankless (gas) | Heat Pump |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upfront install | $1,850 – $2,850 | $3,500 – $6,800 | $3,200 – $4,800 |
| Lifespan in Utah | 8 to 12 years | 15 to 20 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Hot water supply | 50-75 gal then recovery | Endless, flow-limited | 50-80 gal then recovery |
| Gas/electric use | Baseline | 25-30% less gas | 50% less total energy |
| Space used | 2x2 ft floor footprint | Wall-mount, saves floor | 2x2 ft plus clearance |
| Best for | Budget, 2-person households | Families 3+, long-term owners | All-electric homes, mild climate |
| Downsides | Runs out, 12-yr replace | Higher upfront, needs descaling | Needs warm space, fan noise |
FAQ
Tankless FAQs
A standard condensing tankless install runs $4,500 to $6,800 all-in — unit, mount, gas line upgrade if needed, venting, condensate drain, permit, and 10-year workmanship warranty. Non-condensing units are cheaper ($3,500-$5,200) but less efficient. Add $485-$1,250 if the existing gas line is too small and needs to be upgraded from 1/2" to 3/4" or 1".
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