Navien NPE-2 Series Condensing tankless water heaters

Navien Tankless Water Heaters in London, Ontario

A Navien NPE-2 condensing tankless water heater heats water when a hot water tap is opened, instead of keeping a big storage tank hot around the clock. Platinum Air Care serves homeowners in London and across Southwestern Ontario.

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  • Endless hot water on demand
  • Up to 0.96 UEF, ENERGY STAR® models
  • Serving homes since 1999
  • Navien’s 15-year heat exchanger warranty
Navien NPE-2 tankless water heater, its control panel set to 120°F beside the ENERGY STAR label

High efficiency The right choice for your home

Platinum Air Care Makes It Easy to Go Tankless with Navien

Tired of running out of hot water, high energy bills, and the idea of constantly heating a big old water storage tank? A Navien Premium Efficiency (NPE-2) tankless water heater gives you endless hot water when you need it, and it isn’t heating water when you don’t.

All the hot water you need, for as long as you need it.

An NPE-2 hangs on the wall and takes about 80% less space than an old-fashioned tank, and most models are ENERGY STAR® certified.

Navien’s overview of the NPE-2 Series (video: Navien Inc.).

How it works

How a Navien Tankless Water Heater Works

What happens inside an NPE-2, from the moment a hot water tap is opened:

Animated cutaway of a Navien NPE-2 tankless water heater with its blower, dual venturi, premix burner, two stainless steel heat exchangers, and buffer tank labeled
  1. When a hot water tap is opened, the tankless water heater detects the flow
  2. The flow sensor activates to determine the amount of hot water needed
  3. The igniter activates
  4. The gas control valve opens to supply the correct amount of gas
  5. The fan and venturi activate to provide the correct amount of fuel
  6. The premix burner ignites, providing a flame to heat the water
  7. Cold water is pre-heated in the secondary heat exchanger
  8. Pre-heated water passes from the secondary to the primary heat exchanger
  9. The unit determines outgoing set temperature and adjusts the flame to heat the water
  10. Heated water moves to the buffer tank
  11. Desired hot water amount delivered to the faucet

NPE-2 innovations

What Sets Navien Condensing Tankless Water Heaters Apart

Seven innovations in the NPE-2 Series, from the heat exchangers to Wi-Fi control.

Navien dual stainless steel heat exchanger
Dual stainless steel heat exchangers last longer than copper
Navien condensing stainless steel heat exchanger plate
Condensing technology reduces energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions
Three Navien NPE-2 tankless water heaters cascaded on shared piping
For homes with extra high demand, NPE-2 Series units can be cascaded without external control
Smartphone running the NaviLink app beside a Navien NPE-2 water heater
Optional NaviLink® Wi-Fi control system gives you access to your Navien systems from anywhere in the world
Diagram of ComfortFlow recirculation running hot water to a tub, shower, sinks, dishwasher, and washer
NPE-A2 Series models feature ComfortFlow® internal recirculation system, which saves water and reduces time to get hot water
Diagram of a Navien unit sending hot water up to a shower on demand
HotButton on-demand recirculation option with built-in controller
Diagram of a Navien NPE-A2 supplying hot water to a hydronic air handler for space heating
H2Air combination space heating and domestic hot water supply optional for NPE-A2 models

Tankless vs. tank

Navien Tankless vs. a Traditional Tank Water Heater

Bulky tanks are history… Navien high efficiency tankless is the future.

  • Much more energy efficient than old-fashioned water heating tank systems
  • Ultra-high efficiency: up to 0.96 UEF
  • ENERGY STAR® certified
  • Backed by a 15-year residential warranty on the heat exchangers
  • Takes about 80% less space than old-fashioned tank heaters
  • Longer lasting than tank heaters
  • High efficiency condensing unit, improved compared to non-condensing tankless heaters
  • Perfect water temperatures
  • Limitless gallons of water
  • Easy-to-use control panel
  • Elegant, clean appearance
  • Improves home resale value
  • Ideal for replacements or new construction
A Navien NPE-2 tankless water heater drawn over a standard tank water heater to show the difference in size
Navien tankless size comparison to a standard tank water heater

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Energy efficiency

The Ultimate in Energy Efficiency

Navien condensing technology provides up to 0.96 UEF. These extremely efficient and eco-friendly units provide extra energy savings over traditional tank and non-condensing tankless water heaters.

Operating cost

Estimated yearly natural gas use and cost

  • Navien NPE-2 condensing tankless 179 therms · $195*
  • Non-condensing tankless 209 therms · $228*
  • Standard tank 269 therms · $293*

* Based on Energy Guide cost estimates using $1.09 per therm of natural gas. Cost is in US dollars.

Navien NPE-2 tankless water heater with its cover off, showing the heat exchangers, burner, and controls inside

Protect the environment as you add value

Navien primary condensing stainless steel heat exchangers recover extra heat that would be lost in non-condensing tankless water heaters to reduce energy consumption and CO₂ emissions. That keeps exhaust temperatures very low, so low that economical Schedule 40 PVC pipe can be used for venting in almost all applications.

Questions

Navien Tankless Water Heater FAQ

Answers to the questions homeowners ask about Navien tankless water heaters.

How does a Navien on-demand water heater work?

When a hot water tap is opened, a Navien NPE-2 detects the flow, works out how much hot water is needed, and lights its premix burner to heat the water as it passes through two stainless steel heat exchangers. You get all the hot water you need, for as long as you need it, and it isn’t heating water when you don’t.

What is the difference between the Navien NPE-A2 and NPE-S2?

Both are condensing tankless water heaters in the NPE-2 Series. The NPE-A2 (Advanced) has ComfortFlow® built in: an insulated buffer tank and a recirculation pump, which saves water and reduces the time to get hot water. It also works with the optional H2Air kit for combined space heating and hot water. The NPE-S2 (Standard) has no built-in pump, so recirculation needs an external pump.

How energy efficient is a Navien tankless water heater?

Navien condensing technology provides up to 0.96 UEF, and the NPE-180, NPE-210, and NPE-240 models are ENERGY STAR® certified. In Navien’s Energy Guide comparison, an NPE-2 uses about 179 therms of natural gas a year, against 209 for a non-condensing tankless and 269 for a standard tank.

What warranty comes with a Navien NPE-2?

Navien’s residential warranty covers the heat exchangers for 15 years and parts for 5 years on a standard or controlled-recirculation install.

How much space does a Navien tankless take up?

About 80% less than an old-fashioned tank heater. An NPE-2 hangs on the wall and measures 17.3 in. wide, 27.4 in. high, and 13.2 in. deep, and its exhaust is cool enough that economical Schedule 40 PVC pipe can be used for venting in almost all applications.

Do you service and repair Navien water heaters in London?

Yes. Navien is one of the water heater brands our technicians service and repair. Call (519) 686-3595, or read more about water heater repair.

Should I rent or own my water heater?

Rental payments don’t stop; ownership does. Our renting vs. owning page shows the real cost of both.

What area do you cover?

London and Southwestern Ontario. Not sure if you are in our area? Give us a call and we will tell you.

Free consultation

Schedule Your Free Consultation on a New Tankless Water Heater

Call us at (519) 686-3595 or toll free 1 (877) 339-4701. Tell us about your home and how your family uses hot water, and we will talk through whether a Navien tankless is the right fit.

  • Free consultation
  • Serving homes since 1999
  • 4.9 from 2,300+ Google reviews

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