Whole house restoration has remained popular despite the recession of the late 2000s. Tighter pocketbooks have lead families to focus on enhancing their own homes instead of investing in new real estate. Likewise, the practice of home renovation has also become more fashionable. The Journal News reports that restoration is among top trends for autumn decorating. The booming restoration market is a boon for contractors that are able to tap into the specific needs of homeowners. Installing tankless water heaters, for example, is a perfect way to improve a restored home's value without compromising its architecture.

A recent article in the San Jose Mercury News extolled the value of integrating modern appliances with old homes. The strategy allows homeowners to improve upon the efficiency of aging appliances while adding a modern twist to old fashioned aesthetics. Tankless water heaters are a perfect candidate for trendy home restoration projects because they meet both of these requirements.

The appliances greatly improve upon the efficiency of traditional water heaters, so the upgrade helps makes a restored home more green. TecHome Builder notes that the right water heater upgrade can save a homeowner up to 20 percent of home energy costs. Tankless water heaters are also far more compact than their standard tank counterparts. This flexibility allows contractors to install tankless water heaters out of sight to prevent any clashing with the restored home's visual aesthetic.

Contractors interested in penetrating the home restoration market should consider marketing tankless water heaters as a value of their service. A wide range of home restoration projects will require an equally diverse inventory of tankless water heaters, so contractors should choose a manufacturer that offers a large selection of appliances. In addition, green homeowners may have very specific performance requirements for their replacement heaters. Contractors can meet the needs of these customers by working with a heater brand that prioritizes high-end technology.