Space savings
A wall-mounted tankless unit frees up the floor space a large tank would occupy — often useful in finished basements and utility rooms.
Water Heaters / Tankless Water Heater Installation
Tankless Water Heater InstallationSpace-saving, continuous hot water — installed properly, sized honestly, and set up to last.
— Why Homeowners Consider Tankless
Real benefits, honestly explained.
Tankless isn't automatically better than tank — but for many GTA homes, it's a strong fit. Here's what tankless actually delivers when it's installed and maintained properly.
Continuous hot water
A properly sized tankless heats water on demand, so back-to-back showers don't run cold — as long as the unit is sized for peak flow.
Efficiency
No standby losses from keeping a tank hot around the clock. Well-suited to households with variable or moderate hot-water demand.
Long service life
With proper installation and regular descaling, tankless units are engineered to outlast a typical tank meaningfully.
Right-sized for peak use
We size to your actual peak demand — showers plus a dishwasher, for example — so the unit performs the way it should.
Serviceable design
Tankless units are built to be maintained. Parts are typically replaceable, and descaling keeps them running properly for years.
— What A Proper Install Requires
Gas, venting and flow, done right.
Tankless installs are more involved than tank swaps. Getting the details right up front is what separates a great install from a frustrating one.
Gas requirements
Most tankless units require a larger gas line than a conventional tank. We verify supply size, meter capacity and pressure — not assume.
Venting
Sealed-combustion condensing units use dedicated PVC or stainless venting with clearances and condensate drainage handled properly.
Sizing
Sized for peak flow across the fixtures you actually use at the same time — not just the label on the old tank.
Water quality
Toronto-area water can scale a tankless unit over time. We discuss maintenance and, where appropriate, filtration or softening.
Isolation valves
Every install includes isolation and service valves so descaling is straightforward — not a plumbing project.
Electrical & controls
Dedicated electrical for the unit's control board, plus proper condensate handling and recirculation setup if requested.
— Our Installation Process
A clean, careful install.
We treat every tankless install as if we'll be back to descale it in a year — because we should be.
- 01
Assessment
On-site review of hot-water demand, gas capacity, venting path, water quality and location options.
- 02
Sizing & selection
Honest recommendations across models and configurations, with trade-offs explained clearly.
- 03
Written proposal
Clear pricing in writing before any work begins, including any gas or venting upgrades required.
- 04
Removal & disposal
Old tank or unit drained, disconnected and removed responsibly.
- 05
Installation
New unit installed with isolation valves, proper venting, condensate drainage and gas or electrical work to code.
- 06
Commissioning
Gas pressure, flow, temperature and error status verified. The system is walked through with you before we leave.
— Why Homeowners Choose Proper HVAC
Water heater work done properly.
Water-heater-literate technicians
Comfortable with tank and tankless systems — gas, electric and power-vent — from major manufacturers.
Clear communication
Plain-language explanations of what's happening and what to do next.
Careful workmanship
Clean installs, tidy work and a proper check before we leave.
Respect for your home
Boot covers, drop cloths and thoughtful protection of your finishes.
Repair-first philosophy
We fix what can be fixed and only recommend replacement when it's genuinely the better choice.
Honest recommendations
The work your water heater actually needs — nothing added, nothing exaggerated.
— FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
What Toronto homeowners ask us most often about new tankless water heater installs.
Still not sure? Contact us and we'll help you decide the right next step.
Neither is universally better. Tankless offers continuous hot water, saves space and can be very efficient; tanks are simpler, cheaper up front and don't require descaling. We recommend based on your home and how your household actually uses hot water.
A properly sized tankless heats water on demand, so back-to-back showers won't run cold. But it can only heat what it's sized for — running two showers and a dishwasher on a unit sized for one shower will exceed its capacity.
Often, yes. Most tankless units require more gas than a typical tank. We check line size, meter capacity and pressure and include any required upgrades in the written proposal.
Modern condensing tankless units use sealed PVC or stainless venting with dedicated intake and exhaust runs. We design and install that as part of the job — with proper clearances and condensate drainage.
Yes. Descaling is the most important thing you can do for a tankless unit. Skipping it leads to reduced output, error codes and, eventually, heat-exchanger damage.
They make a small fan and burner sound when firing, then go quiet again. Most homeowners find them no more intrusive than a furnace short-cycling.
Yes. Many modern units support recirculation loops or built-in recirculation for faster hot water at distant fixtures. We can plan that in when appropriate.
Yes. Financing is available for water heater installs. See our Financing page for details.
Proper HVAC provides tankless water heater installation for homeowners throughout Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area, including Etobicoke, North York, Scarborough, York, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Markham, Mississauga, Oakville and Brampton.
— Get Started
Considering Going Tankless?
Book a consultation to see whether tankless is right for your home, ask about financing, or explore ProperCare for ongoing maintenance.
Or call 416-580-HEAT (4328)