1. A hot water tap is opened...
2. The water enters the heater.
3. A water flow sensor detects
the water flow.
4. The computer automatically ignites the burner.
5. The water circulates through the heat exchanger
(coil).
6. The heat exchanger instantly heats the water
at the designated temperature. (this takes only 5 seconds)
7. The heater can provide you with endless hot water continuously.
8. No more running out of hot water in the middle
of a shower!
When the hot water tap is turned off, the unit shuts down automatically.
Tankless
water heater brand information:
We
are not suppliers; we are certified
installers of tankless heaters and all
hydronic heating.
After extensive research and first
hand experience, we have chosen to offer
and support the manufacturers listed
below.
We carry all available models
offered by these manufacturers.
Most
gas fired tankless water heaters are
fundamentally the same.
They all have a heat exchanger, fan
motor, gas valves and monitoring controls.
Here
is a list of recommended manufacturers and
characteristics unique to their line of
tankless heaters.
Rinnai:
Uses a concentric
vent pipe to provide combustion air to the
appliance and to exhaust combustion
products to the outside atmosphere.
Rinnai is the only manufacturer to
offer a concentric direct vent pipe for
all their tankless heaters.
The Rinnai water heaters have
maximum input ratings ranging from 180,000
to 199,000 Btu’s.
Both new units can be used for dual
purpose heating (domestic hot water and
space heating).
These units serve up to 3 fixtures
simultaneously, depending on the model.
Because of their concentric
venting, we often install 2 units side by
side for high flow applications.
Takagi:
There
are several models available, ranging from
144,000 Btu’s up to 235,000 Btu’s.
Takagi has the only high
efficiency, condensing tankless heater
available in North America.
With
up to 95% energy efficiency, the T-H1 is
the most technologically advanced water
heater on the instantaneous water heater
market today. The new T-H1 is equipped
with a pre-heating system and built-in
neutralizer that provides greater
efficiency and reliability.
Takagi tankless heaters are
certified for both domestic water heating
and hydronic heating applications.
These units supply up to 3 fixtures
simultaneously, depending on the model.
Navien:
In addition to all the usual
tankless features like an endless supply
of hot water and
space savings, the Navien “Condensing
98%” is the most environmentally
friendly tankless water heater on the
market. The Navien models eliminate more
than 85% of the flue gas wasted by
standard tankless water heaters, reducing
CO2 emissions by at least 420 lbs less per
unit per year. That equates to the
photosynthesis work of approximately 14
trees or driving a car 420 miles less per year.
Navien
comes to market with an exceptional
collection of features including:
-
Exceptional
performance: the optional “A” models
include a mini-buffer tank eliminating the
minimum flow rate requirement and the
so-called “cold water sandwich” and a
built-in pump offers recirculation
capability for hot water to the faucets
quicker and water savings;
-
Premium
materials: dual stainless heat exchangers;
-
One
of the best warranties in the business (12
yr./6 yr.);
-
Direct
Vent: all “Condensing 98%” models are
direct vent, making them the perfect
indoor unit for energy efficient homes and
buildings;
We
can discuss your specific needs and help
you decide which unit and which
manufacturer will be best for you.
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What
you save when you switch to a tankless
heater:
Conventional gas hot water tank:
Rental fees:
$18.00/month
$229.00/ year after GST
Gas charges for a family of 4:
$33.33/month
$400.00 plus delivery costs!
Going tankless:
Rental fees:
$0.00/month
$0.00/year
Gas charges for a family of 4:
$16-22/month
$192-$264.00 plus delivery costs
Savings using a tankless heater:
Rental fees: $242.00
Gas savings: $136-$208.00
Total savings by going tankless:
$378.00-$450/year
Cost of the average tankless installation:
$3180.00 including GST.
Number of years to pay for original
expense: 6 ½ - 8 years.
This assumes natural gas prices remain
constant.
Over the last 5 years, natural gas
prices have risen over 135%!
After factoring in a nominal increase in
natural gas prices over the next 5 years,
your investment would be paid off in 5-6
years.
This is equal to a 16 to 20% return
on investment.
We have many customers who have converted
to our tankless water and/or heating
systems that have documented a 40%
reduction in gas consumption from year to
year. Savings are even greater if you are
using electricity for either hot water
heating or home heating.
Click
here to use Rinnai's Saving's Calculator.
Please
call or email us for more information.
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About
Ecotech Hydronics
The
technicians at Ecotech Hydronics have had
extensive training in hydronics and
radiant applications.
We have the following
certifications:
Rinnai
Certified Installer
Takagi
Certified Installer
Noritz
Certified Installer
Enbridge
Certified Installer
Rinnai
Masters Program:
We are the official service reps
for Rinnai for the entire GTA.
If you were to call Rinnai’s head
office for North America with any
questions or concerns, they would call us
to take care of you.
Wirsbo
/ Uponor Authorized Dealer:
Wirsbo/Uponor is one of the largest
manufacturers of hydronic systems in the
world.
We have gone through extensive
training at their manufacturing facility
in Minnesota.
Residential
Radiant Hydronic Design Course:
This course is offered by the
Heating Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Institute of Canada.
The course has been designed by
Robert Bean, an industry leader in
hydronics and radiant technologies.
Please visit his web site at www.healthyheating.com
Heating
and Refrigeration Institute of Canada:
We are a member in good standing
with the HRAI for both manufacturing and
contracting.
www.hrai.ca
Canadian
Institute of Plumbing & Heating, and
Canadian Hydronics Council:
We are members of both
associations.
http://www.ultimatecomfort.ca/
We
are licensed gas fitters registered with
the Technical Standards and Safety
Authority (TSSA).
As such, we have the proper
documentation and insurance to operate as
gas appliance contractors.
Our registration number is
76639528. All of our installers are
certified GAS Fitter 2 licensed
technicians as well.
We
have extensive training and knowledge
integrating tankless water heaters and
high efficiency boilers with any kind of
hydronic heating.
We can install the following types
of heat: in-floor, forced air, in-joist,
baseboard radiator, domestic hot water,
traditional cast iron rads, snow melting,
radiant wall, etc. We can meet all of your
high efficiency heating and hot water
needs.
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EcoTech Hydronics & Heating Inc.
977 Brock Road
Pickering, Ontario L1W 3A4
Phone: 905-831-5828
Toll Free: 1-800-782-1812
Fax: 905-831-5879
Email:
ecotech@rogers.com
