Tankless Water Heater Services

Tankless Water Heater Benefits

Electric vs. Gas Tankless Water Heaters

Two primary power sources for a tankless water heater are electricity and gas. So, you might be asking, “Should I get an electric or gas tankless water heater?” And that’s a great question! Explore our informative article explaining electric vs. gas tankless water heaters to learn more. You can also contact one of our experts to help you decide which option is right for you.

Electric Tankless Water Heater Features

With precise temperature control and efficient heating elements, electric tankless water heaters are an excellent choice for small—to medium-sized households seeking a reliable and energy-efficient hot water solution. Additionally, they tend to be more affordable than gas heaters.

• Eco-friendly: Electric tankless water heaters offer a convenient and eco-friendly solution for on-demand hot water. While they use electricity to heat the water, it is often less than a conventional water heater, saving you on your electricity bill. An electric water heater does not create emissions.
• Water Output: Electric heaters tend to have lower hot water output than gas heaters. To compensate for this, larger tanks could be installed (Larger water tanks can heat water for extended periods but may lead to higher operating costs over time.)
• Flexible Installation: They’re compact and require no venting, making them suitable for various locations.

Gas Tankless Water Heater Features

• Eco-Friendly: These units can deliver higher flow rates and faster heating compared to electric models by utilizing natural gas or propane. Gas water heaters are one of the cleanest burning fossil fuels, yet they still release carbon into the air.
• Water Output: Gas heaters have an average recovery rate of about 50 gallons per hour and can heat a tank almost as soon as it is filled.
• Installation: Gas water heaters need access to a gas line, which might mean putting it in a less-than-ideal spot or needing a plumber to run a gas line to wherever you want your tank to be set up

Explore Our Water Heater Services

Water Heater Installation

Experience a prompt and hassle-free installation as our expert plumbers install a new tankless hot water heating system at your home or business. If you have high hot water demands, we can design and install multiple tankless heaters that work in tandem.

Water Heater Repair

Do you keep running out of hot water, have low pressure, or have leaks? Whenever you face these issues or others, our certified plumbers will quickly diagnose and solve your problem with minimal disruption.

Robinson’s Plumbing Services Benefits

Robinson’s Plumbing is a family-owned business servicing the greater Richmond area. Our 30+ years of experience and dedication to customer care allow us to deliver high-quality, affordable plumbing solutions for your home or business. Financing is also available!

Additionally, check out our specials to view our limited-time offers and service specials.

Customer Testimonials

Robinson’s Plumbing will provide you with excellent customer service and a professional plumber you can trust. But don’t take our word for it—see what our satisfied customers have to say:

Absolute building services

3 days ago

Derick with Robinson’s plumbing services was amazing , very professional, friendly and great work ethic highly recommend him and this company for any of your plumbing needs!

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Absolute Building Services! Your recommendation means the world to us. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again!

Rebekah Widener

3 days ago

Tim S did an awesome job replacing our toilet. He ran into a major issue but was able to come up with a workaround.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Rebekah! We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again!

Kelly Blumenthal

5 days ago

Boston Joe was amazing and I’ll def be calling again

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Kelly! We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again!

Rickey Blackard

1 week ago

Very professional, polite, and high-quality work.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Rickey! We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again!

Vincent Vargas

1 week ago

Our technician Derick was professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. I appreciate that his first course of action was to try to clean the corrosion off of the existing part first rather than simply replacing it, which would have been much easier. The process and cost was explained upfront, and the work was completed in a timely fashion. Very pleased. It wasn't a cheap repair and currently there is a fee for using a credit card - but worth it to get the water heater back up and running.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Vincent! We offer options and explain our recommendations so our customers can make informed decisions. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again!

Dominique Wiest

2 weeks ago

Derek did a wonderful job, and he was so nice to work with. I would recommend this company if you want a quality job.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Dominique! We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again!

Kent Taylor

2 weeks ago

I had contractors on site, installing bathroom flooring. They couldn't move forward due to leaky toilet valves. Robinson's came right out and made the repairs thereby keeping us on schedule.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Kent! We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again!

Melinda Bowers

2 weeks ago

We had a leak in the line leading to our icemaker after hours. Derick was able to come out within thirty minutes. He was professional, knowledgeable and very friendly. He did a great job with the repair and answered all of our questions. Highly recommend.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Melinda! Leaking pipes are exactly why we have emergency service available. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again!

Alan Wood

2 weeks ago

Fast service! Derrick was great. He fixed a water line to my icemaker. So happy I called him.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Alan! We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again!

Billy Vaughan

2 weeks ago

Came out on emergency call fast. Tim did a great job of surveying the issues and explaining my options. He completed the job fast and got my main drain flowing again. Many thanks!!!!

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Billy! Clogged drains are why we offer our emergency services. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again!

Joanne Meeley

3 weeks ago

Derick called to see if he could arrive earlier than expected which was a welcome call. He was very quick and the toilet was fixed in no time at all.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Joanne! We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again!

Luther Kirk

3 weeks ago

Dalton did an excellent job. Couldn't ask for better. I will request him when I need more plumbing work done.

Response from the owner:Thank you Luther! We clean a lot of drains and Dalton does a great job.

Emily Ligh

3 weeks ago

Joe & Dante were great! They both made a stressful time easier (replacing an old water heater) and their communication was greatly appreciated. Robinsons Plumbing is the best! I strongly recommend them

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Emily! Needing a new water heater can be a stressful time so we hire great technicians to make it easier. Your recommendation means the world to us. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again!

Kimberley McCullough

4 weeks ago

Joe was fabulous!! Repaired outdoor hose bibs. Was a lot more difficult than originally thought. He kept at it until he got it fixed!! Spent half the day here!!

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Kimberley! We appreciate being called to cleared your clogged drain and look forward to serving you again!

Brandi Folse

1 month ago

They are fast and very nice! I've been using Robinsons for years and they never disappoint!

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Brandi! Repeat business is the best recommendation. We want customers to be customers for life. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again!

S Mitchell

1 month ago

Joe and Dante did an excellent job installing a new water heater! Great guys! Excellent service will be calling again for some other issues! Thank you!

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review S Mitchell! We have great employees providing excellent service every day. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again!

Walker S

1 month ago

Great service

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Walker! We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again!

Loréyna Chambers

1 month ago

We had an emergency gas leak and reached out to Robinson’s. Derick was great! He was able to quickly diagnose our problem and fix the issue. If we have any other plumbing needs we’ve locked in Robinsons as our designated plumbing company. Superior service and friendly people. Thank you all so much.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Loreyna! Friendly people with superior service to quickly fix a gas leak. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again!

Tony L

1 month ago

Huge thanks to Tommy and Tim for helping me out on a plumbing job! Their professionalism, communication, and quality of work were top-notch from start to finish. I truly appreciate the help and look forward to working with them again. They’ll be my go-to team for any plumbing needs moving forward. Thank you fellas

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Tony! Your recommendation means the world to us. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again!

Linda williamson

1 month ago

Even quick courteous invisible pricing

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Linda! We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again!

Ruby Leuzzi

1 month ago

Tim was on time explained the service needed and did a great job. Also fixed a bolt on the toilet.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Ruby! We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again!

Shelley Wilson

2 months ago

We had a leaky pipe in our laundry room. Joe came out and fixed it. He cleaned up his mess and was super awesome!

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Shelley! Even small leaks can cause a lot of damage so its best to get them fixed right away. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again!

terry kluender

2 months ago

Great service and excellent customer support! Thanks to Tim Terry and Lindsey Kluender

Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind review and for trusting our team to take care of you plumbing needs. Have a wonderful day!

Bryan Buehrle

2 months ago

Thank you so much Dalton! Fixed our leak quickly and efficiently. 10/10!

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Bryan! Your recommendation means the world to us. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again!

Susan Drumwright

2 months ago

We had a big leak under the kitchen sink. Called on Tuesday. And plumber Tim came on Wednesday. He fixed the leak in 30 min. He was quiet, polite and on his way.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Susan! We fix a lot of plumbing leaks. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again!

Tankless Hot Water Heater FAQs

Q: How much do tankless water heaters and installation cost?

A: Most residential tankless water heaters cost between $1,000 to $2,000 in materials. The installation runs anywhere between $2,000 to $4,000, provided that the new water heater is matched to the old system. The installation price will rise, however, if we need to install a gas line, new vent, or make other significant upgrades.

No job is too big for our experienced plumbers—the largest tankless system we installed was a commercial project for $17,000 that involved multiple heaters working together.

Q: Does Robinson’s Plumbing sell water heaters?

A: We only sell water heaters if you use us to install them. We’ll provide expert advice and help you select the right model to meet your needs. We will then install and warranty your new water heater.

Q: Should I opt for a gas or electric tankless water heater?

A: The choice between gas or electric tankless water heaters can affect your energy bill. If you decide to go with gas, keep in mind that if you don’t have a gas line that can supply sufficient BTUs to your new heater, your gas line will need to be upgraded. Electric tankless water heaters have lower heating capacities and are usually only suitable for one fixture group. There are trade offs with each, but we typically only recommend gas water heaters for whole house water heating.

Contact Us Today

Whether you’re replacing an old tankless water heater or looking to upgrade from a conventional one, we’re here to ensure you get the quality and expertise you deserve! From simple repairs to complete installations, our technicians are ready to help.

Call us at 804-794-0918 or click the button below to contact us today!

Robinson’s Plumbing Service

247 Wylderose Ct.
Midlothian, VA 23113

804-794-0918

Hours of regular operation:

Mon-Fri 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

Please call for 24-hour emergency plumbing services.