Endless Hot Water
Endless Hot Water | Tankless Water Heater Install | Plumbing | Lancing
Enjoy endless hot water and lower energy bills with HEP’s local plumbing pros in Lancing. Our certified technicians size your unit precisely, arrive on time, and leave your home spotless—so the only thing you notice is the luxurious, never-ending flow of hot water moments after you turn the tap.
Whether you’re replacing a bulky, outdated tank or building a new dream bathroom, our tankless water heater install service delivers reliable performance that keeps up with your family’s busiest mornings and late-night laundry cycles. Call today, and feel the comfort of limitless hot water for years to come.
FAQs
What are the main benefits of switching to a tankless water heater for my Lancing home?
Unlike storage cylinders, a tankless (on-demand) unit heats water only when you open a hot tap, so you never ‘run out’ of hot water. Because there is no standing tank to keep warm, energy use typically drops 24–40 %, cutting gas or electricity bills. The compact wall-hung cabinet saves up to a square metre of floor space, ideal for smaller Lancing properties, loft conversions or garage workshops. With fewer corrosion points, most manufacturers give 10–15-year heat-exchanger warranties—roughly double that of a standard cylinder—so you gain both comfort and long-term value.
How does the installation process for a tankless unit differ from a traditional storage tank system?
Instead of simply swapping like-for-like, our engineers first calculate your peak hot-water demand (litres per minute) and match it to an appropriately sized appliance. Tankless units need a high-capacity gas line (usually 22 mm or 28 mm) and Category IV concentric flue or individual air-in/ flue-out pipes routed through an external wall or roof. Electrical models require a dedicated high-amperage circuit. We isolate and remove the old cylinder, mount the new boiler at eye level, reroute pipework, fit isolation valves and a scale-reduction filter, then commission the unit and register the installation with Building Control and the manufacturer for warranty purposes. Most jobs in Lancing take one full day; complex gas-line upgrades or re-routing flues may extend to two.
Will a tankless water heater provide enough hot water for my family during peak demand?
Yes—provided the unit is sized correctly. A single bathroom home in Lancing usually needs 15–18 kW (≈ 9 lpm at 35 °C rise), whereas a 2-bathroom property or simultaneous shower/kitchen use may call for 26–30 kW (≈ 14 lpm). For larger homes we can cascade two smaller units or add a secondary circulation loop. Because output is flow-based, you can run showers back-to-back indefinitely; the only practical limit is the appliance’s maximum litres-per-minute rating. Our surveyor will measure incoming mains temperature, pressure and flow, then recommend a model that comfortably covers school-run and evening-bath peaks without wasting energy the rest of the day.
How energy-efficient are modern tankless water heaters and what savings can I expect on my utility bills in West Sussex?
Condensing gas tankless units reach seasonal efficiencies of 94–97 % by reclaiming heat from the flue gases before they exit the vent. A regular non-condensing storage cylinder tops out around 70–75 %. For a typical 3-person household using 180 L of hot water daily, that translates to annual fuel savings of £120–£180—and even more if you previously had an ageing, lime-scaled cylinder. Electric tankless models avoid standby losses entirely and can be paired with rooftop PV arrays for near-zero running costs during sunny hours. Lower fuel use also cuts roughly 300–500 kg of CO₂ per year, helping Lancing homeowners meet ever-stricter environmental targets.
What maintenance is required to keep a tankless water heater running reliably near the coast in Lancing?
Because Lancing’s water supply is moderately hard (≈ 260 ppm), an annual descaling flush with food-grade vinegar or a proprietary solution is essential to prevent mineral build-up on the heat exchanger. We install an inline combination filter/scale inhibitor at no extra charge to extend service intervals. A Gas Safe engineer should also clean the combustion chamber, inspect the fan and vent, and test CO levels each year—services that take about 45 minutes. Homeowners simply need to rinse the cold-water inlet filter every 3–6 months and check that the condensate line isn’t blocked with beach sand or debris.
Are there any local regulations, permits, or incentives in Lancing for installing a high-efficiency tankless system?
All gas appliances must be fitted by a Gas Safe-registered installer and, under Building Regulations Part G and Part L, the job must be notified to Adur & Worthing Building Control. Flue terminals must sit at least 300 mm from an opening window and 1.5 m from a neighbour’s boundary. If your property is in a conservation area or is listed, exterior flue routing may require separate planning consent. On the incentive side, many A-rated condensing tankless units qualify under the UK’s ECO4 scheme or local authority Flex funding for households on certain benefits. We’ll handle the paperwork to check eligibility, secure any grant and register the installation so you receive a digital Building Regulations compliance certificate within 7 days.