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Energy Bills | Tankless Water Heater Install | Plumbing | Clinton
Looking to slash monthly utility costs without sacrificing hot-water comfort? HEP’s Energy Bills Plumbing team in Clinton delivers just that with our expert tankless water heater install service. By replacing bulky, standby tanks with sleek, on-demand units, we help homeowners enjoy endless hot water, up to 40% energy savings, and valuable storage space—all backed by our courteous, licensed technicians and iron-clad guarantees.
From the first in-home consultation to the final system check, we tailor every project to your family’s usage patterns, plumbing layout, and budget. Expect punctual arrivals, transparent pricing, and meticulous clean-up, plus the peace of mind that comes from partnering with a local company that’s served East Tennessee for decades. Ready to make cold showers and high energy bills a thing of the past? Let HEP bring modern efficiency home today.
FAQs
How will switching to a tankless water heater affect my energy bills in Clinton?
Traditional storage-tank heaters keep 40–50 gallons of water hot 24/7, so they cycle on and off even when no one is using hot water. A properly sized tankless unit heats water only when a tap opens, eliminating standby losses and cutting water-heating energy use by 20–40 %. Households in Clinton that replace a 0.60-EF gas tank heater with a 0.94-UEF tankless model typically save $80-$120 per year on natural-gas bills (or $100-$150 on electric bills if converting from an electric tank). Over a 15-year service life, that adds up to $1,200–$2,000 in utility savings—often paying back the higher upfront cost.
What size tankless water heater do I need for my Clinton home, and how do you determine it?
Sizing is based on two factors: 1) the maximum flow rate you’ll need at one time (gallons per minute, or GPM) and 2) the required temperature rise (groundwater temp to desired hot-water temp). We calculate your household’s simultaneous demand—e.g., shower (2.0 GPM) + kitchen sink (1.5 GPM) = 3.5 GPM—and measure Clinton’s average incoming water temperature (about 50 °F in winter, 60 °F in summer). To reach 120 °F output, you need a 70 °F rise in winter, 60 °F in summer. A unit that delivers 4 GPM at a 70 °F rise is usually sufficient for a two-bath home. Larger families or homes with multiple body-spray showers may need 6–8 GPM units or even a parallel twin-unit system. During your free in-home estimate we test flow rates, review appliance specs, and recommend the right model so you never run out of hot water.
Are rebates, tax credits, or financing available for tankless installations in Clinton?
Yes. Through 2025, the federal Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit covers 30 % of the installed cost of a qualified ENERGY STAR® tankless water heater, up to $600. MidAmerican Energy (Iowa) and Pepco (Maryland) both offer $200–$400 rebates on high-efficiency gas units. The City of Clinton also waives the water-heater permit fee for ENERGY STAR installations. We handle all paperwork and apply the rebates as instant discounts on your invoice. We also partner with Synchrony to provide 0 % APR financing for 12 months or low monthly payments spread over 60 months so you can start saving on energy right away.
How long does installation take, and will my water be shut off?
A straightforward replacement of a gas or electric tank heater with a wall-mounted tankless unit typically takes 4–7 hours. We arrive with the permit already pulled, drain and remove the old tank, modify gas/electric and water lines, install the unit, route venting, and test the system. Your water is usually off for 1–2 hours and your gas/electric service for 30–60 minutes. At day’s end you’ll have full hot-water service. If we must upgrade gas supply lines, enlarge vent penetrations, or relocate the unit, the job may extend to a second day; we’ll tell you in advance so you can plan.
What maintenance does a tankless water heater need, and do you offer service plans?
To maintain peak efficiency and protect the heat exchanger from mineral buildup, manufacturers recommend a yearly service: flushing the unit with a vinegar or citric-acid solution, cleaning the inlet screen, checking burner operation, and updating firmware on condensing models. In Clinton’s moderately hard water (7–12 grains per gallon), annual flushing prevents scale, keeps your warranty valid, and extends service life to 20+ years. We offer a Tankless Care Plan that includes the yearly flush, a full safety check, priority scheduling, and 10 % off any repairs for $129 per year or $11.50 per month.
Will a tankless water heater work well during Clinton’s cold winters?
Absolutely. Modern high-output units deliver hot water even when groundwater drops to 45–50 °F in January. We size the heater for the worst-case temperature rise, and condensing gas models use stainless-steel heat exchangers and modulating burners that ramp up to 199,000 BTU/h when needed. Electric tankless units are more sensitive to inlet temperature; in our climate they usually serve point-of-use fixtures, not whole-house loads. Gas/propane tankless heaters, properly sized and vented, supply endless hot water throughout the coldest months without performance loss.