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Pickering Tankless
Jan 11th
Thinking of getting a tankless? We offer installation and service throughout all of Pickering for both tankless and conventional tank type systems. If you rent your water heater it’s time to move to a systems that you own, and we can give you a great deal and stop the lifelong monthly payments. 
Pickering is a great city, it water is taken from Lake Ontario and this is conducive to a new tankless as it has a relatively low dissolved solids content. Pickering has water that reduces the amount of buildup on the inside of a tankless heat exchanger. A tankless has a lifespan of over 20 years.
Here is some quick math on owing a tankless vs purchasing one in Pickering
- Rental
- Tankless Rental – $39/month
- Tankless Lifespan – 20 years
- Total = $9,360
- Purchased
- Purchase Price – $3500 max
- Savings - $5860 or more
We offer tankless systems in Pickering installed for around $3000 plus or minus $500. On top of all that a tankless will save you money on your gas bill as it is over 90% efficient verses a regular tank that is at best 60%.
IF your interested in getting a tankless send us some info and we can get you a free quote
Popular Tankless Water Heater Guide In Ontario
Nov 25th
Tankless Guides 
There has been a significant increase in the types and technology of tankless manufactures as such many homeowners have become overwhelmed by the numerous factors. We aim to provide sound guidance and unbiased help to clients based on our years of experience with tankless water heaters.
Unfortunately, many reviews found online are promotional, this leads many consumers to make an unsuitable and possibly an unnecessary purchase. It’s important to understand that homeowners looking to upgrade to a tankless may need to make changes to their existing gas lines or electrical supply.
In order to select the best water heater, and avoid unnecessary expenses and unjustified purchases, homeowners need both education and guidance. The complexity of some of the latest tankless technologies (like the remote control some come with) forces some people to find a reliable guide whom they trust. Here at the tankless hot water guide we aim to provide this help, and the trust customers are looking for. There are a lot of benefits gained with a properly sized and installed tankless water heater and homeowners can sometimes see their water heating bill cut in half.
If you are interested but don’t know who to trust send us a quick message (here) write down any questions or concerns you have and we will reply with an answer as detailed as possible. If you would rather us contact you via email only simply mention that in the message and we will respect your wish.
Take care and happy tankless shopping.
Efficient Tankless Systems In Toronto
Nov 23rd
Efficient Tankless and HVAC Systems In Toronto
We are an Ontario based HVAC and Tankless installation and service specialization team working throughout most of Southern Ontario. We are friendly and knowledgeable and can help you make your home more comfortable for both you and your family. We are able to help you access Government Grants and Rebates to further reduce upgrade costs. Contact us to find out more.
Toll Free 1-855-696-8265
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A Few of the Brands We Offer
- Navien
- Rinnai
- Lennox
- Takagi
Servicing: Toronto, Maple, Mississauga, Brampton, Hamilton, Etobicoke, Vaughan, King City, Barrie, Bradford, Richmond Hill, Markham, North York, and all the places in between
Takagi T-H2S
Nov 14th
The Takagi T-H2S is a new tankless model that Takagi has developed and is now offering. It is available in either Direct Vent or Outdoor models. Takagi’s T-H2S is a condensing tankless that is
very energy efficient (up to 90% EF). The T-H2S was designed for residential applications and is a candidate for the ECOenergy audit rebate program and its $375 tankless rebate program.
The T-H2S Flow
Seeing as the T-H2S is one of Takagi’s greenest tankless models offering an average efficiency of 90% with natural gas and 90% with propane. If you choose this tankless model here in Ontario, Toronto, Barrie, or any of the surrounding cities expect a flow rate of about 4.1 GPM or 246 GPH with an input temperature at 40ºF or less.
Takagi states that the T-H2S tankless can provide at least two showers worth of water simultaneously in addition to one appliance.
Features
The T-H2S can be vented with PVC providing zero clearance for direct vent installations.
PVC venting can be used in all applications and a 3″ exhaust venting option is coming soon.
The TH2S utilizes dual exchangers to maximize the unit’s energy efficiency.
The primary heat exchanger is made of copper while the secondary is stainless steel.
This secondary heat exchanger is used to recover waste heat from the vent stack to preheat
the incoming ground water. This is in fact what classifies the TH2S as a condensing
tankless water heater.
Specifications
| Natural Gas Input | Min. 13,000BTU | Max. 180,000BTU |
| LPG Input | Min. 13,000BTU | Max. 180,000BTU |
| Gas Connection | 3/4″ NPT | |
| Water Connection | 3/4″ NPT | |
| Condensate Water Drain | 1/2″ NPT | |
| Natural Gas Pressure Inlet | Min. 5.0″WC | Max 10.5″WC |
| LP Gas Pressure Inlet | Min. 8.0″WC | Max. 14.0″WC |
| Weight | DV = 73lbs. | OS = 70lbs. |
| Dimensions | 25.6″ x 18.5″ x 12.4″ | |
| Ignition | Electronic Ignition | |
| Electrical Supply | AC 120V (60 Hz) | |
| Water Pressure | Min. 15psi | Max. 150psi |
| T-H2S-DV Manifold Pressure | Natural: 2.5″WC | Propane:4.3″WC |
| T-H2S-OS Manifold Pressure | Natural: 1.9″WC | Propane:3.6″WC |
Interested in a quote for a Takagi? They are always free, Get a Quote!
Takagi T-K3
Nov 14th
The T-K3 model is one of Takagi’s most versatile and powerful residential tankless water heaters. The T-K3 has Easy-Link capability, allowing owners to connect up to four units without the use of a controller unit. The TK3 can also be converted to a direct vent model to further extend its application in residential homes.
Features
This Takagi TK3 tankless has a number of features that allow it to stand out from the pack.
Compact Size: Only 13.8 inches wide, the T-K3 tankless has the ability to be recessed between wall studs for even more space savings.
Low Activation Flow Rate: The Takagi TK3 activates at only 0.5 GPM, which allows the use of smaller water flows in bathroom sinks and showers. This is a pretty standard flow rate now for new generation tankless water heaters.
Parallel Installation: Easy Link technology allows the T-K3 to be installed with up to three other units without the use of an additional control box.
Direct-Vent Conversion: The TK3 can easily use a direct vent conversion to import combustion air from outside.
Eight Temperature Settings: Some tankless manufactures have only 4 preset temperature settings, the T-K3 offers eight separate temperatures. However, if you want a specific temperature than it is required that you buy the TM-RE10 temperature controller.
Longer vent runs: The T-K3 can have a vent pipe run up to 50 feet with five elbows, instead of the normal 35 with three elbows. This can be a great addition if your particular installation has a long vent run.
Synopsis
The TK3 tankless incorporates a number of important features into one new tankless system, and should fit the needs of most high-volume residential applications. As always performance depends on the temperature of the ground water, and with winter water temperatures here in Ontario, Toronto and the Toronto region dipping to the low 40 degrees F range you can expect the T-K3 tankless to produce a flow rate around 4.1 GPM, or 246 GPH.
Specifications
| Natural Gas Input | Min. 11,000 Btu | Max. 199,000 Btu |
| LPG Input | Min. 11,000 Btu | Max. 199,000 Btu |
| Gas Connection | 3/4″ | |
| Water Connection | 3/4″ | |
| Natural Gas Pressure Inlet | Min 5.0″ W.C. | Max 10.5″ W.C. |
| LP Gas Pressure Inlet | 8″ Min. W.C. | 13.5″ Max. W.C. |
| Weight | 40 lbs | Electronic Ignition |
| Dimensions | 20.5″ X 13.8″ X 8.5″ | |
| Ignition | Electronic Ignition | |
| Electrical Supply | AC 120 V | |
| Water Pressure | Min. 15 psi | Max. 150 psi |
| Manifold Pressure | Natural 2.5 | Propane 4.4 |
Ontario Grants, Rebates a Tankless and Energy Audit
Nov 2nd
Ontario Grants For Water Heating
- Gas — hot water heater up to $375
- Solar — hot water system $1,250
- Ontario water heater rebates — Get Government of Canada ecoENERGY grants and rebates of up to $1,250 for a new hot water heater. Click here
Hot water heater grants for your home
Take advantage of Government of Canada grants for replacement hot water heater systems:
- Canada ecoENERGY — Homeowners can get up to $1,250 in grants from the Canadian government for a new hot water system. The Government of Canada grants up to $5,000 for home energy renovations through the ecoENERGY Retrofit – Homes program, which is in effect until March 31, 2012. Click here for more
Remember not to long ago I talked about how a tankless could be combined with a solar thermal water heater? Well BAM! here are some rebates the Government is offereing that reduce the cost for both the tankless and the solar heater. I wouldn’t expect these to last too long (in fact, around April 2012 is when I would expect to offer to be removed).
ecoENERGY Grants and Rebates
Nov 2nd
The ecoENERGY Retrofit for residential homes is creating jobs and helping Ontario residents save money. These changes help to reduce energy bills now and in the
future. BUT you need to act quickly, funding for the grant program is limited and everyones evaluations and retrofits need to be completed before March 31, 2012 or you will missout.
This ecoENERGY retrofit program has a specific section for tankless water heaters as they’re very high efficiency systems compared to what has conventionally been installed in homes. In Ontario you can expect a $375 rebate from the Government if you decided to switch over to a high efficiency tankless.
Several tankless brands are able to deliver the required efficiency and all bring in the full rebate value. If your interested you can read more about the different tankless brands and their specifications below.
Eligibility for the ecoENERGY retrofit program in Ontario
New ecoENERGY Participants – If you or the previous owner of your home didn’t have and energy audit completed between April 1 2007 and June 5 2011 than you are considered a new applicant. All you need to do is sign up and have the initial audit of your home completed – FIND OUT MORE
Past ecoENERGY Participants – If you or the previous owner of your home participated in the program between April 1 2007 and June 5 2011 and the maximum amount of $5000 wasn’t submitted then you can submit another application for upgrades completed on or after June 6 2011.
Popular Items on the Ontario Grant Table
- Furnaces — high-efficiency gas/oil furnace, up to $790
- Central air conditioners — replacement air conditioner $250
- Hot water heaters — high-efficiency gas water heater $375
- Hot water heaters — condensing tankless water heater $375
- Boilers — high-efficiency gas or oil boiler upgrade $750
- HRV — in home heat recovery ventilator $375
- Solar Thermal— installation of solar hot water system $1,250
- Heat pumps — air-source heat pump that doubles as air conditioner $500
- Geothermal — energy-efficient ground or water source heat pumps, up to $4,375
Ontario homeowners also can take advantage of these upgrades
- Attic or roof — insulation up to $750
- Exterior wall — insulation up to $1,875
- Basement — insulation up to $1,250
- Crawl space — insulation up to $1,000
Interested in an Energy Audit and dont know where to start? Start Here and know information is always free!
If your interested in a tankless than you want to Start Here
Servicing areas in and around Hamilton, Brampton, Georgetown, Etobicoke, Toronto, Brantford, Barrie, Vaughan, Maple, Nobleton, Bolton, Rexdale, Unionville, Newmarket, Bradford, King, Port Union.
Navien Tankless Installation In Toronto And Area
Nov 1st
Navien tankless water heaters are 98% efficient and are a qualified energy star partner. With a Navien in Toronto you get the best of both worlds, great value and ultimate savings. A Navien can provide you with endless hot water as the unit will fire only when you want hot water and for as long as you need it.
The lifespan of a Navien is 20 plus years and the manufacture provides a warranty for 15 years on them. By the time your conventional tank type water heater hits 15 years it will be so full of calcium and build up it you will be lucky if it is achieving more than 20% efficiency. Meanwhile if you had had one of our Toronto reps come by and install a tankless your system would still be operating in the high 90% efficiency range.
Servicing the Toronto and area region has shown one thing to us, houses are small and space is important to home owners. A Navien tankless can reduce your water heaters footprint by over 90% as it simply mounts on the wall. Take back some of your space with a tankless heater.
Not all Toronto and area homes can meet the venting and positioning requirements necessary and thus its important to understand the requirements that need to be met. If you live in Toronto or surrounding area we do offer free assesments where some one can come to your home and ensure that a tankless will work for youand your home. Again this is free for Toronto and surrounding areas. Otherwise if your handy you can check out the diagram to see for yourself if a tankless will fit.
Toronto, Ontario
Solar Hot Water and a Tankless
Oct 31st
To really reduce your hot water heating charges you could look at adding an active solar water heater in conjunction with a tankless water heater. The rays from the sun would pre-heat the incoming water and then the tankless would simply finish the job. It’s difficult to get a solar water heater to produce water hot enough for today’s household demands, but with the technology in a tankless system it’s a perfect fit. 
Tankless water heaters are smart no, they check incoming water temperature and vary their burners to adapt. So if you have relatively hot water coming in to a tankless it will scale down its natural gas injection to ensure that water out temperature is at your set level. If the burner is scaled down so is your gas bill as only a fraction of fuel is needed.
This is a complicated system and it will be costly, if you are doing this to save money you probably won’t see a breakeven point for a long time. If you’re interested and looking at installing a Frankenstein system you are probable doing it for the environment.
What’s required?
If your installing somewhere in the southern states this will be a lot easier as you don’t have to worry about sub-zero temperatures. Up here in Ontario it’s a definite issue and there are a few systems that can be installed. There is the Active Glycol-based system that circulates food grade glycol and transfers the heat via a heat exchanger to the potable water; this is less efficient but the safest and most popular system in Ontario. The other way is though a drain back system, potable water is forced though the solar collector and drains instantly when the water is shut off. Both these systems work to preheat a tankless systems incoming water supply ultimately reducing the heat and gas needed to raise water temperature to the desired warmth.
These dual systems are not very popular due to the increased expense but a tankless is well suited and designed for a hybrid system. If the idea seems interesting but the price too high you should note that they can be installed in stages, tankless first and then the flat plate solar collector.
