A tankless system sized correctly for altitude delivers reliable hot water on demand without the standby energy loss of a traditional tank. Our plumbers calculate sizing based on Aurora’s elevation and the home’s actual hot water demand, rather than using a generic sea level recommendation.

For homeowners weighing tankless against a traditional tank, our water heaters team can walk through both options side by side. Newer Southshore and Painted Prairie homes are often better candidates for tankless given more modern gas line capacity already in place.

• Household hot water demand: Larger families with multiple simultaneous hot water needs require a properly sized unit or multiple units.
• Existing gas line capacity: Tankless units typically need a larger gas supply than a standard tank heater.
• Available space: Tankless units mount on a wall and take up significantly less floor space than a tank.
• Long term energy costs: Tankless systems avoid the standby heat loss of keeping a full tank hot around the clock.

A few factors help determine whether tankless makes sense for a given household.

Do tankless water heaters work differently at Aurora’s elevation?

The units themselves function the same way, but combustion efficiency for gas fired tankless systems is affected by elevation, since thinner air changes how efficiently the burner combusts fuel. Our plumbers select and configure units specifically accounting for Aurora’s roughly 5,471 foot elevation rather than relying on a manufacturer’s sea level default settings.

Is switching from a tank to tankless worth the upfront cost?

For many Aurora households, yes, particularly those with high hot water demand or who plan to stay in the home long term, since the energy savings from eliminating standby tank loss accumulate over the unit’s lifespan. Households with lower hot water usage or a shorter time horizon in the home may find a traditional tank replacement more cost effective upfront.

What maintenance does a tankless water heater need in Aurora?

Periodic descaling is the main maintenance requirement, particularly important given Aurora’s mineral content in the water supply, along with annual inspection of venting and combustion components for gas fired units to keep the system performing efficiently at our elevation.