Did you know that there's a great alternative to the traditional water heater with its insulated tank? It's a Denver tankless water heater, and this thing can produce hot water on demand, every time a hot water valve in the home is opened. Pretty nice for those long Denver winters, right?

If you've been researching these tanks at all, then you know that they are actually pretty small and are normally mounted on the wall, so it takes up very little space. You've probably also seen that these new units will actually save you money on your energy costs each month, though you might have thought at first that it would be just the opposite. Primarily because the water is heated only when it is needed, and not periodically throughout the day even when no one is using the hot water, these units are actually much more efficient than a standard water heater.

The part that you may not be so sure about is this: Who can you trust to deliver and install your Denver tankless water heater so that you don't end up with a big mess and a big headache on your hands? Which company is reputable enough to hand your money over to and expect full delivery on all promises they make?

There are plenty of companies in Denver that say they are fully capable of installing this tankless water heaters, but will they all deliver as promised? It's a shame to say it, but the truth is that not all will.

So, what kind of questions can you ask of a Denver tankless water heater installer to make sure that you don't get taken for a ride?

1. When pursuing a Denver tankless water heater installer, you need to be fully confident that the business is completely capable of finishing the installation project that they have committed to do. One of the best ways to have this confidence is to select an installer who has a permanent phone number and address, showing that they won't be disappearing on you in the middle of the job.

If you can summon up the bravery, it would be the best idea to stop by their place of business to check in on them and see whether the equipment and employees required to complete your project successfully are actually present. May seem like a small thing, but it could save you in the end.

2. You should never even accept a project estimate from a Denver tankless water heater installer who is not licensed. However, just because the person is licensed does not necessarily mean they will do the absolute best work possible. Take a few minutes to check out whether this installer is a member of any trade organizations. Also, check on whether they are involved in any ongoing education classes related to their trade and livelihood. (Don't just take their word for it; ask for documentation or

contact the trade association by phone to verify.)

3. Finally, ask detailed questions about their business insurance policy. You need to be sure that the policy is adequate to cover anything that could go wrong during your tankless water heater installation. Ask to see a certification of their insurance coverage, which any Denver tankless water heater installer should be able to produce with no problem. This certification should clearly spell out policy limits and effective coverage dates, and it should be issued directly from their insurance carrier. (While

checking on this issue, also make extra sure that they have full

worker's compensation coverage in effect, to make sure a lawsuit won't land in your lap if someone gets hurt on your property.)

So what's the bottom line here? All of the above questions must be asked ahead of time. But when it comes right down to it, you also have to listen to your gut and be sure that you feel okay with this installer and their overall integrity. If you don't ask these questions and listen to your gut, you could be in for a rude awakening later on.

If you'd like some more detailed help on finding a Denver tankless water heater installer, you can go to http://www.DenverTanklessWaterHeater.com and get your Free Buyer's Guide to keep you on the straight and narrow.