Tankless water heaters in Chicago.

Endless hot water and a smaller footprint. King's plumbers install, service and repair tankless water heaters across Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana.

  • All makes and models
  • Up-front pricing
  • $100 off a new water heater
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On-demand water heaters

Hot water that doesn't run out.

A tankless, or demand-type, water heater doesn't store water. It heats water as it flows through the unit, so your home gets hot water on demand without paying to keep a tank hot all day.

That makes tankless a strong fit for busy households that need hot water at the same time every morning. Our plumbers repair and maintain the tankless heater you already have, and install new units.

  • New tankless installation
  • Tankless repair
  • Annual flush & descaling
  • Free VIP plumbing inspection
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Get $100 off a new water heater installation, traditional or tankless.

Tankless repair

Tankless problems we fix.

Most tankless trouble traces back to scale, airflow or venting. Call if you see any of these.

  • Ignition or flame failureOften a dirty flame rod, wrong gas pressure or a venting issue.
  • Overheat or scale warningScale on the heat exchanger. Stop using it and schedule a flush.
  • Cold bursts mid-showerScale on the flow sensor can shut the burner off during small draws.
  • White flakes at faucetsScale breaking loose inside the unit and traveling through your lines.
  • Weak hot water pressureIf cold pressure is fine, the inlet screen is the likely culprit.
  • Shutdowns in winterIce or snow blocking the exterior vent makes the unit shut itself off.

Tankless unit throwing an error code? Call King.

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Straightforward service

No-stress tankless repair.

From your call to hot water again, with an honest recommendation on repair versus replacement.

  1. Call for a free inspection

    Schedule a free VIP plumbing inspection and we'll set a time for a plumber to look at your unit.

  2. We call when we're on our way

    A courtesy call 10–15 minutes out. Every plumber travels in an official King vehicle.

  3. We diagnose the problem

    Your plumber inspects the water heater to find the cause before recommending anything.

  4. We repair it, or recommend a replacement

    You get an up-front estimate. If the unit is older or the repair is major, we'll quote a replacement too.

  5. Backed by our guarantee

    Repair, maintenance and installation work are all covered by our 100% satisfaction guarantee.

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A flush kit connected to a tankless water heater for descaling
Tankless maintenance

Chicago water is hard on tankless units.

Lake Michigan water is moderately hard, around 7–9 grains per gallon. When it flash-heats inside a tankless unit, minerals bake onto the heat exchanger.

Left alone, that scale drives up gas use and can eventually crack the exchanger, which usually means a full replacement. An annual flush prevents it. Between visits, rinse the air intake filter every six months and check the inlet screen and condensate line.

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Why homeowners switch

What a tankless heater gets you.

Tankless costs more to install than a tank. Here's what you get for it.

  • Endless hot water

    Heated on demand, so the last shower is as hot as the first.

  • Lower energy use

    24–34% more efficient than a tank for homes using 41 gallons a day or less, per the U.S. Department of Energy.

  • Longer life

    20+ years with proper annual maintenance, versus 10–15 for a tank.

  • More floor space

    Wall-mounted units free up room in the basement or utility closet.

A King plumber working on a standard tank water heater
Is tankless right for you?

Tank or tankless: talk it through.

It mostly comes down to how long you'll stay and how your household uses hot water.

If you're staying 10+ years, the lower energy use and a skipped tank replacement usually make tankless worth it. Planning to sell within five years? A standard tank is often the better buy. We'd be glad to look at your home and tell you honestly which fits.

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Get to know tankless water heaters

Tankless water heater questions.

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What is a tankless water heater?
It's a demand-type system. Instead of storing hot water in a tank, it heats water as it passes through the unit, so it can supply hot water continuously. That's a big help for households that all get ready at the same time.
Are tankless water heaters more efficient?
Yes. The U.S. Department of Energy puts tankless units at 24–34% more efficient than tanks for homes using 41 gallons of hot water a day or less, and 8–14% for high-use homes.
How do I maintain a tankless water heater in Chicago?
Flush it once a year to remove mineral scale, rinse the air intake filter every six months, and check the inlet screen and condensate drain. Full maintenance guide.
Why work with King?
King has served Chicago-area homes since 1968. Our plumbers install, repair and maintain tankless water heaters, and every job is backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee. See our service areas.
How do I know if my old water heater needs replacing?
A standard water heater lasts about 10 to 15 years. If yours is older, watch for less hot water, higher bills and rust or leaks at the tank. That’s a good time to consider a new standard or tankless model.
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