{"id":757,"date":"2023-03-24T18:45:46","date_gmt":"2023-03-24T18:45:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.www.unitedairtemp.com\/atlanta-ga-area\/?p=757"},"modified":"2023-03-24T19:30:08","modified_gmt":"2023-03-24T19:30:08","slug":"how-to-prevent-frozen-tankless-water-heaters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.unitedairtemp.com\/atlanta-ga-area\/blog\/how-to-prevent-frozen-tankless-water-heaters\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Prevent Tankless Water Heaters From Freezing in Southern Homes"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Most Atlanta-area homeowners know how to keep their pipes from freezing when the temperature drops, but not many know that their tankless water heater<\/a> could also freeze.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

A frozen tankless water heater is not as common as frozen pipes, but it\u2019s important to know how to keep your tankless water heater from freezing and thaw it if it does. This will help you get the most out of your unit over its long service life and avoid unexpected repairs or an early replacement.<\/p>\r\n

Why Do Tankless Water Heaters Freeze?<\/h2>\r\n

Unlike traditional water heaters<\/a> that are always radiating heat from water stored in the tank, tankless water heaters are more likely to freeze in cold weather because they only run when you turn on a hot water tap.<\/p>\r\n

Tankless water heaters are designed with built-in freeze protection, but power outages and low temperatures can still cause them to freeze, especially if they\u2019re installed in a garage or outside.<\/p>\r\n

How To Prevent a Frozen Tankless Water Heater<\/h2>\r\n

If you know that inclement weather is on its way, you can take the following steps to make sure your tankless water heater is less likely to freeze:<\/p>\r\n