Water Heaters & Boilers

Compare heat pump and tankless water heaters by efficiency, hot-water capacity, installation requirements, and operating cost to find the best fit for your home.

The Noritz NRCR Pro Series is a high-efficiency condensing tankless water heater designed for homeowners who want hot water faster. Unlike a standard tankless unit, the NRCR Pro includes a built-in recirculation pump that keeps hot water moving through the plumbing loop, helping reduce the wait at showers, sinks, and appliances. The guide notes that the system supports recirculation loops up to 200 feet with 1/2-inch piping or 500 feet with 3/4-inch piping, making it a strong option for homes where fixtures are far from the water heater. Both NRCR Pro models offer a 0.98 UEF efficiency rating, smart recirculation modes, Bluetooth app control, and a 15-year heat exchanger warranty. The NRCR92 is best for medium to large homes with moderate hot water demand, while the higher-output NRCR111 is designed for larger homes with three or more bathrooms and heavier simultaneous use.

Most homes with hydronic heating are running two separate appliances to do a job one unit can handle. The Noritz NRCB combination boiler delivers domestic hot water and hydronic space heating simultaneously from a single wall-hung unit at 95 percent efficiency, replacing a bulky floor-standing boiler and a separate water heater in one installation. It is the first tankless combi boiler in the industry to run both functions at the same time without compromising either, and it qualifies for Energy Star Most Efficient certification and state rebates that help offset the cost. If your home runs on radiant heat, baseboards, or any hydronic system, this guide breaks down every model, how to size correctly, and which unit fits your situation.

The Noritz NCC199CDV Pro is built for commercial facilities that cannot afford hot water downtime. With high-efficiency condensing performance, multi-unit scalability, and a 10-year commercial warranty, it helps restaurants, hotels, multi-family properties, and other high-demand spaces maintain reliable hot water during daily operation.

Noritz EZTR bundles make it easier to replace a traditional gas tank water heater with a tankless system. This guide compares the EZTR40, EZTR50, and EZTR75, explains what comes with each bundle, and walks through sizing, installation, maintenance, and warranty considerations.

Compare the Noritz EZ71, EZ98, and EZ111 Pro tankless water heaters, including efficiency, hot water output, sizing, venting, installation options, and new 2026 controls. This guide helps homeowners choose the right model based on winter water temperature and how many fixtures may run at once.

ACiQ smart toilets combine modern design with advanced hygiene and comfort features to transform everyday bathroom routines. In this guide, we explore how smart toilets work, what premium features to look for, and why ACiQ models stand out for homeowners seeking luxury performance at an accessible price point.

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First, we should know what a boiler does in an HVAC system. A boiler heats water sometimes to the point that it turns to steam and then pumps that hot liquid/gas through a piping system that runs throughout your house. These pipes will usually have heat dissipating fins located at key locations inside of floor registers that keep you from brushing up against it. This process of metal objects heating the air around it is called Radiant Heating.

Prior to the start of the winter months, you may need to get some things done around the house before the extremely cold weather settles in. You may want to clean out the gutters, check your home for air leaks so that warm air does not escape out of any cracks, make sure your air ducts are in order, and that you have indoor and outdoor bulbs that you need everywhere since you have less daylight in the winter months. Another very important aspect is having a good heating system that will work efficiently for you throughout the cold weather months. If you are in the market for a new heating system, you can find a variety of heat pumps for sale at HVACDirect.com.