[DangeloInspections]

There are pros and cons to tankless water heaters. I have my own opinions on them. A simple google or youTube search will give you a lot of info.

But to your question as to needing it directly wired, it all depends on the Authority having Jurisdiction, your building dept. Everyone elses opinion, including the plumber's, etc, are secondary.

If you are in sumter county, call the building department and ask for Jerry Franklin. He will tell you what you want to know. If you are not in Sumter county, call YOUR building department. They decide what codes they will comply with and what codes they will make exception for.

Frank