A condensing tankless heater captures the heat from its own exhaust, reaching efficiency that non-condensing units cannot. The higher efficiency comes with a plastic vent that runs through the wall instead of the roof.
The process
A condensing unit pulls extra heat from the exhaust gases before they leave, which is why it is more efficient than a standard tankless. hard water and humid conditions are common, and coastal salt air accelerates corrosion on fittings In Orlando, the efficiency shows on the energy bill.
The vent
Because the exhaust is cooler, a condensing unit vents through a plastic pipe, often straight out the wall instead of up through the roof.
The condensate
The captured heat produces condensate water that drains away, and the drain line needs a connection.
The choice
Condensing units cost more but save energy, and the simpler venting can lower the install cost in some homes.
The call
See if a condensing tankless fits your home. Call 888-217-3585 and Orlando Plumbing Pros will match you with an Orlando pro.
Plumbing in Orlando: what to know
In Orlando, hard water and humid conditions are common, and coastal salt air accelerates corrosion on fittings. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Orange County — from Belle Isle, St Cloud and Kissimmee to ZIP codes like 32827, 32832, 32829 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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