About two years ago, I converted from a tank-style water heating system to a tankless unit, then i spent quite a bit of time researching the pros and cons of tankless water heaters before making the decision. I knew that the device would be more luxurious and the conversion would add an extra cost to the project. I still felt the investment was worth it, then tankless water heaters are far easier to maintenance and tend to last longer. The majority of conventional tanks last anywhere from eight to ten years, however, the need to replace the device can arise much earlier due to corrosion of the tank, leaks and faulty heating elements. Tankless alternatives officially last anywhere from fifteen to twenty years; Rather than continually heating the same water stored in the tank over and over and drawing energy, tankless models heat water only as needed, but when my pal and I turn on a boiling water tap, it triggers the water flowing through the tankless unit. This signals the heating elements to turn on, rapidly heating the water. Within seconds, the water pouring from the tap is hot. There is no waiting around for the water to heat up. There are no problems over running out of boiling water… Because the water isn’t stored in a tank, absorbing harmful minerals and contaminants, it is usually much cleaner. The tankless water heating system is also far smaller than a traditional tank. It is about the size of a very small suitcase and mounted up on the wall. It frees up valuable space in the basement and eliminates the opening of a ruptured tank and flooding. I like that our tankless water heating system allows for customized temperature settings and includes helpful safety features.