​Water Heater & Water Softener Experts Proudly Serving Central Ohio

Having clean water that’s heated, when you need it is such an essential part of modern life that many of us tend to take it for granted. Until we lose the hot water in our home or we learn our water quality is compromised, of course, at which point we realize how much we depend on it.

At Columbus Plumbing & Drain, we encourage homeowners to call us right away whenever they get backed up. We believe no one should have to go without clean water or hot water in our modern world. We also believe that having good clean water that’s always heated on-demand is such an essential part of modern life that we make our plumbers available 24/7 for whenever there’s the first sign of a problem. To make sure our customer’s water heaters and water treatment systems last as long as possible, we always install the most top-of-the-line water treatment systems and best water heaters on the market at the most affordable prices in Greater Columbus and surrounding areas. We also offer amazing in-house financing options and flexible and affordable payment plans for professional plumbing installations and we stand behind all our products and water treatment systems with warranty coverage you won’t find anywhere else.

Choosing the Right Water Heater for Installation

If you’re in need of a new water heater, it’s important to choose the right size for your household. To do so, consider the size of your family and the number of showers taken daily by each member. The general rule is that a family needs a water heater with an output capacity that’s approximately equal to its total hot demand. The output capacity is measured in gallons per minute (GPM) and should be matched closely with your hot water usage pattern.

Tankless Water Heaters in Columbus, OH

Tankless water heaters went mainstream in the United States during the 1990s. Ever since then, water heaters have steadily increased in popularity. Tankless water heaters are also known as on-demand water heaters. Unlike their predecessors, however, tankless water heaters don’t require a storage tank to store any heated water or keep hot water available. Tankless water heaters are far more compact, and they can be incorporated into any centralized plumbing system. They can also be installed in smaller spaces for fast water heating on demand in remote areas of the home or business. To learn more about tankless water heaters, call Columbus Plumbing & Drain today.

Gas Water Heaters in Franklin County

Because gas water heaters are a lot easier to install and because they cost about one-third the cost of an electric water heater, gas water heaters are extremely popular options that save homeowners money. Many residential and commercial water heaters use gas (propane or natural gas), for various household appliances. When there’s gas already being used in the home, gas water heaters are the best choice when you go to install a new water heater. If your home or business has access to natural gas or propane, you should call us to see if installing your gas water heater is the best option for you and whether it could help you save money. Call us at Columbus Plumbing & Drain today for the best gas water heater installation services. All of our work is backed by a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee across the board.

Electric Water Heaters in Central Ohio

There are several benefits for using electric water heaters. Electric water heaters are a lot easier (and cheaper) to install. They’re also easier to use and better for the environment. Although electric water heaters often cost less to install, they can also cost a lot more to use over time. If you compare the efficiency of an electric water heater with a standard gas water heater, you’ll see that electric water heaters are a lot more energy efficient. As the area’s leading electric water heater installation experts, we at Columbus Plumbing & Drain are happy to discuss whether electric water heaters are a good option for your home or business. We offer traditional electric water heaters, tankless electric water heaters, and other types of electric water heaters.

Water Softener Repair, Maintenance & Installation Services in Columbus, OH

Water softeners are used to remove the hard minerals from your water. The minerals in hard water can cause a number of problems with your plumbing, including:

  • Clogged pipes and faucets
  • Rust stains on sinks and faucets
  • Scale buildup on showerheads and other fixtures

If you’re experiencing any of these issues, it’s time to call an expert! Whether you need a new water softener or just need some maintenance done on an existing one, we’ve got you covered. Our technicians will come out and perform an inspection to determine what needs to be done before getting right down to business. We’ll install your new unit or repair your current one as quickly as possible so you can get back to enjoying clean drinking water again!

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Frequently Asked Water Heater & Softeners Questions

At Columbus Plumbing & Drain, we believe in finding long-term plumbing solutions for residential plumbing systems at the most competitive prices in Central Ohio. If you have any questions about your plumbing, please give us a call at (614) 879-3783

How long should a water heater last?

If you’re wondering how long your water heater should last, the answer is that it depends on your situation. If you use your heater for 10 years and then replace it, the odds are good that will be a good length of time for the new one. If you have a tankless model and don’t use it much, however, consider that those can last up to 20 years before needing replacement or repairs.

The best way to know whether or not this is something worth thinking about is by talking with an expert like us at Columbus Plumbing & Drain. We’ll be able to help figure out what kind of water heater would work best for your situation and then install it so that everything runs smoothly from start to finish!

What size water heater do I need?

The size of your home, the number of people in your home, and how many showers you take are all factors that determine how large a water heater you need. If you have three bedrooms and two bathrooms with one shower per person, then an 80-gallon hot water heater may be sufficient to meet your needs.

However, if you have six bedrooms and four bathrooms with two showers per person (or more), then a 100-gallon hot water heater would be best for your family’s needs.

These examples do not include any other appliances such as dishwashers or washing machines that might be running at the same time as the showers. If those are also running during peak times of day when most people are taking baths or doing laundry, then these appliances could require even more hot water than what is needed in just one houseful of people!

What is hard water?

Hard water is water that has a high mineral content. When you shower, wash clothes, or do dishes with hard water, you’re likely to notice a film left behind on your skin and clothes. Hard water can also lead to several problems with appliances and plumbing in the home, like clogged pipes, rusty fixtures, and damaged dishwashers.

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At Columbus Plumbing & Drain, we treat our customers like family because building relationships with long-time clients is something we value highly here at our company. That's why we offer free estimates for all jobs as well as excellent customer service before, during, and after each job is completed by our staff members (you'll never see an unskilled worker behind one).

As Central Ohio’s top rated plumbing company that offers the most competitive prices, we at Columbus Plumbing & Drain are fully committed to helping our amazing customers find the highest quality plumbing solutions at the lowest and most competitive prices. We want our amazing customers to live comfortably in the most affordable way possible with plumbing solutions you won't find anywhere else. We are always 100% committed to complete customer satisfaction on every single call we run and every job we perform. Call us today at (614) 879-3783 if you have any questions or issues.

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