Noritz EZ98 tankless question in Greater Vancouver

The Noritz EZ98 is a condensing tankless water heater designed specifically as a tank-to-tankless replacement, which is exactly why many Greater Vancouver homeowners look at it. Here is what makes the EZ98 a straightforward swap and what to know before choosing it.

Why the EZ98 is built for replacement

The EZ in EZ98 stands for easy replacement. Noritz designed this line so it can reuse much of the existing venting and gas line from an old tank water heater in many installations, which reduces the labour and disruption of switching to tankless. For older Greater Vancouver homes where a tank is being retired, that can make the upgrade simpler than a typical tankless conversion.

The 98 reflects its output tier, putting it in a range that suits many single-family homes. As a condensing unit, it runs efficiently and vents the cooled exhaust through approved plastic pipe rather than metal.

• Designed to reuse existing venting and gas line in many installs
• Simplifies the switch from a tank to tankless
• Output tier suited to many single-family homes
• Condensing efficiency with approved plastic venting

What to confirm before you choose it

Even with an easy-replacement design, the actual install still depends on your home: the existing gas line capacity, the venting path, condensate drainage, and your peak hot-water demand all need to be confirmed by a licensed installer. Cooler winter incoming water in Greater Vancouver also affects how much a tankless unit can heat at once, so sizing matters.

If the EZ98's output matches your household and your existing connections suit it, the replacement can be efficient and clean. HeatLand can verify whether your home is a good candidate and handle the install to code.

• Confirm gas line capacity and venting path
• Verify condensate drainage is available
• Account for cooler winter incoming water in sizing
• Have a licensed installer confirm your home is a good fit

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EZ in Noritz EZ98 mean?

EZ stands for easy replacement. The line is designed so that, in many installations, it can reuse the existing venting and gas line from an old tank water heater, simplifying the switch to tankless.

Can the EZ98 really reuse my old tank's connections?

In many cases it can reuse existing venting and gas line, which is the point of the design, but it is not guaranteed for every home. A licensed installer needs to verify your gas capacity, venting path, and drainage first.

Is the EZ98 big enough for my home?

Its output tier suits many single-family homes, but the right answer depends on your peak demand and cooler winter incoming water temperatures. Sizing should be confirmed against your actual usage.

Does a Noritz high-efficiency tankless qualify for BC rebates?

Qualifying high-efficiency tankless units may be eligible for FortisBC and CleanBC rebates, and financing can be available on new installations. Confirm current program eligibility for your specific model and home.

HeatLand Heating & Cooling is a licensed and insured, TSBC-certified HVAC company serving homeowners across Greater Vancouver. Our technicians diagnose the real fault, explain your options in plain language, and complete the work safely and to code.

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