Four reasons Ontario homeowners are switching from tank to tankless.
If you've ever run out of hot water mid-shower, you already know one of them. The other three matter just as much over the next 20 years.
Endless hot water
Tankless heats on demand. Two showers, dishwasher, laundry — all at once, without anyone running cold.
Lasts twice as long
Tankless lifespan ~20 years. Standard tanks 8–12. You're not replacing a unit every decade.
Wall-mounted, compact
About the size of a carry-on suitcase. Frees up the floor space your old tank was hogging in the basement.
Lower gas use
Heats only when you turn on the tap. Standard tanks heat 24/7 even when you're not home.
🔎 Tankless vs Tank
The honest comparison. Specs over marketing.
Tankless isn't always right for every home. Here's the side-by-side, including where tank still wins.
Tank
Water Heater
Tankless
Water Heater
8–12 years
Lifespan
~20 years
Limited to tank size
Hot water supply
Endless on demand
Floor-standing, ~5 ft tall
Footprint
Wall-mounted, ~24″×14″
24/7, even when you're out
Heats water
On demand
6–8 years typical
Heat exchanger warranty
15 years (Navien)
Anode rod every 4–5 yrs
Maintenance
Annual flush
Older homes with venting limits
Best fit
Most Ontario homes built after 1990
Go Flex vs Traditional Rentals
If you're researching tankless, you're looking at a few paths. Here's how Go Flex compares — including where the others are a better fit.
| Traditional Rental |
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| Where your money goes |
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Pure rental fee. Pays for nothing you keep.
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✅
50% builds your equity. 50% covers full service.
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| What you own at the end |
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Nothing. Equipment goes back. Or buy it for whatever they decide.
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Nothing. Equipment goes back. Or buy it for whatever they decide.
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| The buyout number |
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Calculated when you ask. Often more than the equipment is worth.
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✅
Locked. In writing. On page one of your contract.
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| If something breaks |
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Read the policy. Sometimes covered, sometimes a service fee.
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✅
Always covered. Bumper to bumper. Replacement included.
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| If you want to leave |
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Penalty fees. Removal fees. Plus the surprise buyout.
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Pay the buyout from your contract. Or transfer to next homeowner. Done.
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| What you signed up for |
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5, 10, even 15-year contract. Hard to remember the terms.
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One page. Plain English. No tricks.
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| The fine print |
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Pages of it. That's where the buyout math hides.
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There is no fine print. The whole deal fits on one page.
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Ontario Homeowners Are Making the Switch
Navien Premium NPE-180A2 Condensing Tankless Water Heater
Navien Premium NPE-180A2 Condensing Tankless Water Heater
Choose Model:
Three steps. About a week, end-to-end ✅
No quotes. No site visits. No "kitchen-table close." Pick your model, pick your install date, we install. If you don't love it in the first 30 days, we take it back.
1.
Pick your unit and install date.
Choose Go Flex or Buy Outright, then book a real available install slot.
2.
A licensed tech installs your Navien.
We remove your old water heater and complete the installation, usually in 4–6 hours.
3.
Hot water. 30 days risk-free ✅
Warranty, ESA filing, and certificate are handled. Not delighted in 30 days? We take it back and refund what you paid.
Since 2011
14 years serving Ontario homes
150K+
Ontario customers and counting
Canadian
Owned & operate din Ontario
4.8⭐️
Since 2011
14 years serving Ontario homes
150K+
Ontario customers and counting
Canadian
Owned & operate din Ontario
4.8⭐️
Since 2011
14 years serving Ontario homes
150K+
Ontario customers and counting
Canadian
Owned & operate din Ontario
4.8⭐️
Our pricing isn’t a flashy promotional rate - it’s fair and transparent from the start. Over time, there may be minor adjustments to ensure you continue receiving top-notch service. But don’t worry - we’re talking about just a dollar or two per year at most. No surprises, just straightforward savings. Plus, you can purchase the equipment at any time, giving you ultimate savings and flexibility.
Moving? No problem. Our Go Flex plan is fully transferable to the next homeowner, allowing them to seamlessly pick up where you left off. Just let us know 30 days before your move, and we’ll handle the rest. We’re here to make your move hassle-free, just the way it should be.
With the Go Flex Program, you’re 100% covered—24/7/365—for both parts and labour, including annual maintenance. If you choose to purchase the equipment, you’ll receive the standard manufacturer’s warranty. Start with the Go Flex Program to enjoy all the benefits we offer, and when you’re ready, you can purchase the equipment at your convenience.
Go Lime has been keeping homes comfortable since 2011. With over 150,000 customers across Ontario, we’ve spent more than a decade earning the trust of homeowners just like you. Partnering with trusted names like Enbridge, Home Depot, and Walmart, you can count on the Go Lime team to take care of your family.
Go Flex isn’t a never-ending rental contract. It’s a game-changer: an industry-first flexible 180-month subscription with an anytime purchase option. Here’s how it works: 50% of your monthly payment reduces your purchase price, while the other 50% covers 24/7 service, annual maintenance, and unlimited parts and labour coverage. You get all the perks of ownership without the headaches—and the flexibility to purchase the equipment at any time.
Done researching? Upgrade today.
A new Navien tankless installed by Go Lime — Ontario's Navien Authorized Installer since 2011. Pick Go Flex ($34.95/mo, 3 months free) or Buy Outright. 30-day money-back guarantee.