Tankless Water Heater Installation in Akron, OH

What is a Tankless Water Heater?

A tankless water heater is a very popular alternative to the traditional energy-consuming tank that continuously maintains hot water for your home or business. Rather than store tens to hundreds of gallons of water and keep it at a preset temperature, a tankless water heater supplies hot water on demand and only the amount you need. It can be described as plumbing at the speed of NOW, and has both residential and commercial applications.

Buddy’s Plumbing Excellence

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I can’t say enough good things about Buddy’s Plumbing Excellence. After another highly rated local plumbing company failed to clear my grease-clogged kitchen drain—leaving me with more frustration than results—I called Buddy’s, and they got the job done.

Unlike the first company, Buddy’s wasn’t afraid to access the clean-out, and they used a smart combination of augering and jetting to clear the blockage properly. What’s more, they completed the job in less time than the previous company, who had charged me more for achieving absolutely nothing.

Fast, efficient, knowledgeable, and professional—I’ll be calling Buddy’s for any future plumbing needs without hesitation.

Jacquiline Stadelman

I would like to thank Kevin he was amazing he did what it needs to be done and straight forward to all my questions and he only did what we talk about what it need fix.he actually did more of what i expected. Hes Friendly he did find a way to made me laugh and ease my mind.. with my issues with my plumbing ... I will definitely recommend Kevin and Plumbing excellent. And call u guys next time I need plumbing done.
Kevin suggested that i don't touch plumbing ever again 🤣

And to the person who answer my call and made it happen thank you

Joey Crookshanks

We called Buddy's to replace a water heater that was leaking. They send out a repair person very quickly to get us a quote. They were very reasonably priced. Once we agreed on the heater we wanted they were back the next morning to install. Ryan, the technician was very kind and helpful . He answered all of our questions with a smile on his face. He went above and beyond to make sure everything was in working order. Overall excellent experience, and we will be using them for any plumbing needs we have in the future! Thank you Ryan and Buddy's!!!

cherie mcclain

I was very pleased with the work done by Buddy’s Plumbing Excellence. Kevin, the tech who installed my water softener, was kind and very knowledgeable about the work being performed. And he completed the job within the timeframe he said he would. I am so glad I found this plumbing company. I will definitely use them in the future!

Doug Corwon

Came home from a trip and found our sump-pump battery back-up system had failed. Even though it was late in the day, Evan worked through the evening to complete the repair! Anthony has a great crew working for him!

David M

Have used them a couple times and both times I have had quick reliable service ! Staff have always been super nice and informative. Work has held up and have never had any issues with completed jobs. Price seems fair, and I plan on using them for all my future jobs ! A+++

Ted Fellowes

I discovered an inch of (clean) water in mother-in-law's basement and did not hear the sump pump running - after heavy rains for days.

I called Tony (owner) and he sent Evan - who was very professional, knowledgeable, and informative. He not only explained that the (very) old sump pump had completely failed, he showed me why: the very very old iron outlet pipe had cracked and then sheared off, forcing the pump to work non-stop 24x7 until it burned out. Evan removed the old pump, float and pipes and then installed the new pump, float, and pipes. The water, now 3 inches deep, was all pumped out in under an hour.

The price was reasonable, and I have confidence in the work in part due to the effective explanations Evan provided.

Fortunately, a year before we had emptied the basement and there was nothing on the floor to be ruined by the storm water.

Janet Hanna

Anthony worked with me on the price which I really appreciated. Jocelyn made my appointment and was so pleasant to talk to. Jonathan knew exactly what to do to bring a natural gas line out from my basement to my deck. He did a great job! I highly recommend this company.

Ann Herideen

We had two different plumbing companies telling us that they fixed the problem. They didn't! We didn't get any refund either. Plumbing Excellence found the problem and resolved the issue. Very professional and would recommend them to anyone!!

Eric Barnes

I had water back up through my downstairs toilet. Called a different plumber who snaked the line and ran a camera to find a belly in my line. They said fixing it would likely involve tearing up my concrete basement floor, but wanted to charge me $564.44 to "camera and locate" the belly just to give me an estimate on the repair. That sounded crazy expensive to me to pay almost $600 to get an estimate after they had allegedly already identified the belly.

I called Plumbing Excellence for a second opinion. Jocelyn answered the phone and was very pleasant and helpful. She got me on the schedule the very next morning. The technician, Justin, arrived on time and ran the camera, identified the issue AND the location, and only charged me the $89 service call fee. The issue is not under my basement but in the yard and won't require them to tear up my basement floor. The estimate was very reasonable for the size of the job. They also gave me a narrated video of the camera work that explained the issue and what needed to be fixed.

I was very pleased with my experience with Plumbing Excellence. I highly recommend them. They will be getting my plumbing business from now on.

What Sizes Are Available?

Tankless water heaters are customized to your individual needs, and the criteria used include:

Number of appliances that use hot water at peak times
Size of household
Installation location, either inside or outside
Number of bathrooms
Number of people in the household
Flow rate in gallons per minute, or gpm
Desired temperature rise

When you call to schedule an appointment, we’ll be happy to answer all your questions. Your technician will gather your information to determine the size of the tankless water heater you need and the approximate cost to install it. We’re sure you’ll be happy with your new tankless water heater and its installation because we’re Your Fixed-Right-The-First-Time-Plumbers!

What Are The Advantages Of Tankless Water Heaters?

Cost

Many of our customers find that they save enough on their utility bills to pay for the cost of the unit within a very short time.

Peace of mind

With a tankless, you don’t have to worry about the tank rusting through or otherwise deteriorating and flooding the area. There’s no tank to hold water, thus the name. Instead, a tankless water heater uses a heat exchanger to heat the water as it passes through. The exchangers usually are made from stainless steel or copper, which are corrosion-resistant.

Hot water on demand

When you have a tankless, you get hot water almost instantly. The only determining factor is the time it takes to get the water from the tankless to your faucet. You needn’t worry about running out of hot water if someone in your house has taken a long shower.

Since the water is heated as it goes through the exchanger, you’ll have as much heated water as you have water flowing. This should reduce your water consumption throughout the house, whether in the bathroom, the kitchen, the garage, or anywhere else. There’s no more waiting for minutes for the water to warm up when your tankless has been appropriately sized for your needs.

Longer lifespan

Typically, a tankless lasts for 15 to 20 years when properly maintained. Traditional water heaters usually last up to 12 years.

Do Tankless Water Heaters Need Maintenance?

As with any appliance, your Akron tankless water heater should have an annual maintenance check. This ensures that all connections are secure and you have no mineral buildup. If you have hard water, minerals can accumulate and reduce efficiency. So, if your tankless isn’t performing as well as it did, call us for a maintenance check. We may need to descale or flush the unit, or the filters may need to be cleaned. Remember, we’re Your Fixed-Right-The-First-Time-Plumbers!

Why Buddy's Plumbing Excellence for Tankless Water Heater Installation?

Quality
As one of the top-rated plumbers in Akron, we stand by our work. We consider our customers to be part of our extended family, and we’ll work until you’re happy with the job.

Focus
Plumbing is all we do. Our focus is on plumbing, and we have a fully stocked “warehouse on wheels,” so we’ll have the parts we need to complete your job. We’re also neat and tidy, so you won’t have a mess when we leave.

Timeliness
We’ll arrive on time. We know your time is valuable, and we’ll arrive when we’re scheduled. We offer morning and afternoon appointments, and we’ll call you when we’re on our way to you.

Honesty
We offer straightforward rates. You won’t have to watch the clock to ensure we don’t go over our estimated time. We always add a separate line item for contingencies so you’ll know how much you’ll be charged.

Expertise
We can repair what other companies might suggest you replace, so our expertise can save you time and money.