Water Heater Installation in Virginia Beach

When you need a new plumbing system installed, you want to be sure that the job is done right. At Dynamic Home Services, we offer plumbing installation in Virginia Beach and the surrounding areas. Our plumbers are highly trained and experienced in all aspects of plumbing installation. We offer a wide range of plumbing products and materials to meet the needs of every customer.

How to Know if You Need a Water Heater Installed at Your Property

Aside from the obvious times you need a water heater installed, like when working on a new construction project, you may not know when to upgrade your system. These pieces of equipment are designed to last many years, but eventually, they will wear down enough to the point you need a new one.

Common signs you need a new water heater include: 

• You have a model 10 years or older: A water heater that receives routine maintenance can last 6 to 12 years. This is a rough estimate; these units can break down earlier or later. If your unit is over 6 years old, schedule a maintenance service to see how it’s holding up.
• Your water heater has not been well-maintained: If all the components of your water heater unit receive maintenance or repairs sparingly, it is more likely to break down frequently or stop working altogether sooner than the warranty. 
• There are clear signs of wear and tear: Rust on the outside or inside of the tank, leaking water, cloudy water, and knocking noises are all signs that your unit is worn out. 

Tank vs. Tankless Water Heaters: Which Is Better?

Before we install a water heater at your property, you must choose the type you would prefer to use. Depending on your situation, you might opt for a traditional unit with a tank or a tankless model. Both pieces of equipment have their advantages; what you decide to use will depend on what you are looking for.

The benefits of a traditional water heater are:

• A lower initial installation cost.
• Tank systems have a simpler operating system than tankless which means maintenance and repair costs are typically lower. 
• It is easier to get warm or hot water if two sources are using it at once.
• It can heat up and store large quantities of water at once.

The benefits of a tankless water heater are:

• Since it does not use a tank, this system takes up much less space than a traditional water heater.
• Heating up water on demand rather than storing large quantities means this system uses less energy than a tank system.
• The lifespan of a tankless unit is longer than a traditional system.
• There is less potential for a tankless system to leak water.

Schedule an Installation Appointment Today

Dynamic Home Services is ready to install your water heater regardless of your chosen model. We have the skill and experience to get the job done quickly and efficiently.