When it comes to upgrading your home’s hot water system, tankless water heaters are an increasingly popular choice among homeowners in Spokane Valley, WA. Mainstream Electric, Heating, Cooling, & Plumbing, a trusted name in the Inland Northwest since 2000, is here to help you determine the perfect size tankless water heater for your home.
Factors to Consider When Sizing a Tankless Water Heater
To ensure you select the right size tankless water heater, Mainstream’s expert plumbers consider several key factors:
- Number of Simultaneous Users: How many people will be using hot water at the same time? A larger household with multiple bathrooms may require a higher capacity unit.
- Flow Rate: The flow rate, measured in gallons per minute (GPM), determines how much hot water the unit can deliver. Consider the flow rates of your fixtures, such as showerheads and faucets.
- Temperature Rise: The temperature of the incoming water supply and the desired output temperature affect the size of the tankless water heater needed. In Spokane Valley, where groundwater temperatures can be quite cool, a higher temperature rise may be necessary.
- Energy Efficiency: Tankless water heaters with higher energy efficiency ratings can provide the same hot water output with a smaller unit size.
Mainstream’s Sizing Recommendations
Based on our extensive experience serving the Greater Spokane area, Mainstream typically recommends the following tankless water heater sizes:
- For 1-2 person households: A unit with a flow rate of 5-7 GPM
- For 3-4 person households: A unit with a flow rate of 7-9 GPM
- For 5+ person households: A unit with a flow rate of 9+ GPM
However, every home is unique, and our expert plumbers will assess your specific needs to determine the ideal size for your tankless water heater.
Trust Mainstream for Your Tankless Water Heater Installation
When you choose Mainstream for your tankless water heater installation, you can expect:
- Personalized sizing recommendations based on your household’s hot water needs
- Top-quality products from trusted brands like Bradford White and Navien
- Expert installation by our licensed and experienced plumbers
- 24/7 service and support online or by phone
- Competitive pricing and financing options to fit your budget
Don’t settle for a one-size-fits-all approach to your home’s hot water needs. Contact Mainstream at (509) 237-6483 or contact.us@866411zapp.com to schedule your tankless water heater consultation today. We are Plumbing. We are Mainstream.
