Tankless water heaters have gained popularity for their energy efficiency and space saving benefits. Unlike traditional tank style water heaters, tankless models heat water on demand, eliminating the need for a large storage tank. Some homeowners may be concerned when they notice water around their tankless water heater. While most often this is a result of processes not directly related to a leak in the system, it can raise concern and have a homeowner looking for tankless water heater services in Boynton Beach, FL. Let’s investigate whether your tankless water heater is supposed to leak and the potential causes behind any leaks.
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If you’ve been staring at the word tankless for a few seconds, thinking “what the heck does that even mean?” then believe us when we say you’re not the first one to do that. Tankless water heaters do indeed exist, and the technology that comprises them can provide a plethora of benefits to you and your family.
Most people spend a lot of money on heating water—more than they may think. Water heating makes up about 17% of the average household’s utilities, which is a lot when you consider how much you actually use the hot water in a given day. If you’re like most people, it’s not very much, and certainly not 17% of the day!
Tank water heaters are large, noticeable, and often noisy. This is the conventional water heater found in most homes, so many people realize that a tank water heater may need maintenance from time to time and remember to schedule service. Scaling can have a major effect on a water heater, allowing for a mineral buildup that clangs around noisily in the tank and causes problems with pressure, temperature, and potential corrosion. 
