Tankless Maintenance & Flush Service in Orange County, CA
Tankless units need regular maintenance to stay efficient and reliable—especially in hard-water homes or where recirculation runs daily. White Glove Plumbing & Restoration performs a complete tankless maintenance & flush service: descaling the heat exchanger, cleaning filters, verifying combustion/venting, checking condensate neutralizer, and documenting results.
✓ Annual flush: Protects efficiency
✓ Combustion check: Safe and tuned
✓ Descale heat exchanger: Restores flow
✓ Report & reminders: Proof and schedule
✓ Annual flush
✓ Combustion check
✓ Descale heat exchanger
✓ Report & reminders
What Is Tankless Maintenance & Flush Service?
A tune-up that chemically descaling-flushes the heat exchanger using isolation valves and a service pump, cleans filters and air paths, verifies combustion/venting and gas pressure, checks condensate neutralization, and re-commissions the unit to a safe setpoint (typically ~120°F). You get a report and next-service reminder.
Why Choose White Glove Plumbing
Compliance & safety first: Gas-tightness, CO/draft, and electrical/bonding checks; vent/air clearances confirmed.
Defensible documentation: Photos, ΔT/flow readings, gas pressure (inlet), CO/draft, and service checklist—emailed for your records.
Beyond a basic flush: Clean inlet screen, inspect fan/air path, test recirc pump/valves, and check condensate neutralizer media.
One accountable team: If we find issues, we can repair, replace parts, or quote upgrades (softening/scale control, recirculation, leak shutoff).
Immediate Actions (What to Do Now)
Note symptoms (error codes, long waits, temp swings, noise).
Snap photos of the unit label, venting, and isolation/flush valves.
Tell us water hardness (if you know it) and whether you use recirculation.
Clear access around the unit (3–4 ft).
Call our 24/7 dispatcher—we’ll schedule an annual or hard-water cadence.
Common Situations We Handle
Hard water scale causing error codes, noise, or temperature hunting
Slow hot-water delivery or reduced flow at fixtures
Recirculation wear from high daily runtime
Sooting/backdraft flags or poor vent terminations
Neutralizer media exhausted (acidic condensate risk)
Annual warranty service requirements
Survey & Set Up
Verify model, review symptoms, protect area, test inlet gas pressure/electrical, and confirm vent/intake clearances.
Isolate & Pre-Checks
Power/gas OFF, close service valves, attach hoses/pump, remove and clean inlet water screen; inspect air filter/fan intake.
Descale Flush
Circulate approved descaling solution through the heat exchanger for the appropriate dwell; monitor discharge; follow with a full freshwater rinse.
Component Service
Check condensate trap/neutralizer and media; verify recirc pump/valves operation; inspect flame sensor/ignition visually; tidy wiring and seals.
Commission & Verify
Restore water/gas/power; bleed air; set ~120°F; confirm ΔT vs. flow, burner modulation, CO/draft, and recirc function at fixtures.
Report & Future Plan
Provide photos & readings, note parts/filters replaced, set maintenance cadence (hard water = more frequent), and add a service sticker.
What’s Included
Heat-exchanger descaling flush and freshwater rinse
Inlet screen cleaning and air path/fan intake check
Combustion/venting verification and CO/draft readings
Inlet gas pressure check (gas units) and electrical/bonding glance (electric)
Condensate neutralizer inspection (media top-up/replace if scoped)
Documentation packet (photos, readings, checklist, next reminder)
Costs & Timelines (What to Expect)
Hard water scale causing error codes, noise, or temperature hunting
Slow hot-water delivery or reduced flow at fixtures
Recirculation wear from high daily runtime
Sooting/backdraft flags or poor vent terminations
Neutralizer media exhausted (acidic condensate risk)
Annual warranty service requirements
Insurance & Compliance Support
Records your stakeholders expect: Photo log, test readings, checklist, and invoice notes helpful for warranty and property managers.
Policy alignment: We follow manufacturer maintenance guidance; COIs available for HOAs/PMs.
Warranty help: We can log service to preserve manufacturer coverage.
Risks of Waiting (Why Act Now)
Efficiency loss & higher bills from scale insulation on the exchanger
Error codes & shutdowns during peak use
Premature exchanger failure and costly replacements
Acidic condensate damage if neutralizer media is exhausted
Methods, Materials & Quality Standards
PPE & site protection; clean hose routing and spill control
Approved descalers, service pump/hoses, flush valves, calibrated meters
Best practices: Correct dwell/rinse, no harsh chlorines, verify vent slope/termination, label setpoint ~120°F, and document all readings
Water quality: For hardness >~7 gpg, we recommend annual or semi-annual service and scale mitigation (inhibitor or softener)
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I service a tankless?
At least annually; every 6 months in hard water or heavy recirc use.
Can I DIY with vinegar?
Some do, but we measure, verify, and document combustion/gas/CO, neutralizer, and flow—things DIY flushes miss.
Do you need isolation valves installed?
They help. If missing, we can add service/flush valves during the visit.
Will maintenance fix long waits for hot water?
Maintenance helps flow, but recirculation is the cure for long pipe runs—we can add or optimize it.
What about electric tankless?
We service those too—focus on scale, filters, wiring/bonding, and ΔT checks.
Do you reset error histories?
We note codes, address causes, then clear and retest so you start fresh.
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Address: 1430 E Borchard Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Phone: (949) 209-5206
Email: office@whitegloveplumbingca.com
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