ED Plumbing — Toronto & GTA plumbers
ED Plumbing licensed technician installing a new tankless water heater in a Toronto home

Water Heater Repair & Tankless Installation in Toronto & GTA — Same-Day Service

A cold shower at 6 AM in a Toronto January is not a minor inconvenience — it's an emergency. We diagnose water heater failures fast, repair what can be saved, and install new tank or tankless systems same-day when replacement is the smarter call.

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Same-Day ServiceRepair or replacement, today
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TSSA CertifiedLicensed for gas appliances in Ontario
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All Brands ServicedRheem, Bradford White, Navien & more
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Upfront Flat PricingQuote before work starts, always

Tank vs. Tankless — Which Is Right for Your Home?

Traditional Tank

Standard Hot Water Tank

  • Lower upfront installation cost ($800–$1,400 installed)
  • Simple repair, widely available parts
  • Works well for 1–2 person households with predictable demand
  • Keeps a tank of hot water heated around the clock (standby heat loss)
  • Typical lifespan: 10–12 years in Toronto's hard water
  • Good choice when budget is the primary consideration
Tankless (Recommended)

High-Efficiency Tankless System

  • Higher upfront cost ($2,000–$3,500 installed), lower operating cost
  • Heats water on demand — never runs out, even with multiple showers running
  • Up to 30–40% more energy-efficient than a standard tank
  • Compact wall-mounted unit frees up floor space
  • Typical lifespan: 20+ years with annual descaling maintenance
  • Ideal for families of 3 or more, and homes with high peak demand

Our Full Range of Water Heater Services

Emergency Repair — Same Day

No hot water, water pooling around your tank, or a pilot light that won't stay lit? We diagnose fast and carry common replacement parts on every truck — thermocouples, pressure relief valves, heating elements, ignitors — for same-visit repairs on most makes and models.

New Tank Installation

We right-size the replacement unit to your household's actual hot water demand — not just the closest unit on the truck. We remove and dispose of your old tank, install the new one to code, and commission it before we leave. Full TSSA-compliant installation documentation provided.

Tankless System Installation

Navien, Rinnai, Rheem, Bradford White — we install and commission all major tankless brands. This includes gas line sizing, venting configuration, condensate management, and flow-rate calibration for your home's fixture count. We explain optimal settings before leaving. Read our full tankless maintenance guide →

Calcium Descaling & Flush

Toronto's hard water builds calcium scale inside tank elements and tankless heat exchangers, choking efficiency and cutting lifespan short. Our annual flush service circulates descaling solution through the system to dissolve scale and restore full heating capacity — highly recommended every 12–18 months.

Anode Rod Replacement

The sacrificial anode rod inside your tank protects the steel lining from corrosion. When it's depleted, the tank itself starts rusting from the inside — leading to brown water and eventual failure. We inspect and replace anode rods as part of our maintenance service to extend tank life by years.

Expansion Tank Installation

Ontario building code requires an expansion tank on closed-loop plumbing systems. Without one, pressure spikes from the water heater can damage your plumbing fixtures and tank components. If your home doesn't have one, we identify this during our assessment and install it correctly.

Why Toronto Homeowners Call ED Plumbing for Water Heaters

How Our Water Heater Service Works

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Diagnose the Problem

We test the unit thoroughly — element, thermostat, anode, gas valve, venting — to identify the exact failure point.

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Repair or Replace Quote

We tell you honestly whether repair or replacement is the better financial decision, then give you a firm price for both options.

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Same-Day Installation

We carry common tank sizes and parts on our trucks. Most repairs and new installs are completed in the same visit.

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Commission & Explain

We test hot water flow at every fixture, walk you through the new unit's controls, and document the install for your records.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my water heater needs repair or replacement?
Age is the biggest factor. If your tank is under 8 years old, repair is usually the right call. If it's 10+ years, especially if it's failed once already, replacement is typically more cost-effective. Tankless units last significantly longer — 20+ years — so repairs make sense for them up to about 15 years. We'll tell you honestly which direction makes financial sense for your specific situation.
Why do I keep running out of hot water even though the tank seems fine?
The most common causes are: (1) calcium scale on the heating element reducing output capacity, (2) a failing thermostat set too low, (3) a tank that's undersized for your household's actual demand. A descaling flush and thermostat check often restores full capacity without needing a new unit.
Is a tankless water heater worth the higher upfront cost in Toronto?
For most families of 3 or more, yes. The energy savings (30–40% on water heating costs) typically pay back the price difference within 5–7 years. The longer lifespan (20+ years vs. 10–12 for a tank) makes the total cost of ownership lower over time. We can run the numbers for your specific usage pattern.
How often should I have my water heater serviced?
Tank water heaters: annually — flush sediment, inspect anode rod, check pressure relief valve. Tankless units: annually — descale heat exchanger with a citric acid flush, clean the inline filter, check venting. Toronto has above-average water hardness (approx. 120–150 mg/L calcium carbonate), which means scale builds faster here than in many Canadian cities.

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Licensed plumbers available 24/7. We respond to every request within 45 minutes.

  • No hidden fees — upfront pricing guaranteed
  • Licensed & insured master plumbers
  • 45-minute emergency response across the GTA
  • 1-year warranty on all work

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No Hot Water? We'll Have It Back Today.

Same-day water heater repair and replacement across the GTA. Call now — our dispatcher picks up immediately.

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