Tank water heaters typically last 10 years (15 years max). If yours is over 10 years old, it's probably time for a new one.
Have you paid for a lot of repairs recently? Frequent repairs point to a failing water heater. You're usually better off replacing your water heater rather than throwing money into expensive repairs or increased energy bills.
If your water heater struggles to heat your water (but didn't used to), there's a good chance your water heater is on its way out.
If you see that your water heater is leaking from the tank, that's a sure-fire sign that you should replace your water heater.t.
Banging, clanking and hissing sounds are all signs that your water heater needs to be repaired or replaced.
How long does water heater installation take?
On average, a tank water heater takes around 3 hours to install, while a hybrid heat pump model typically takes 2–4 hours.
Should I choose a tank or tankless water heater?
Choose tankless for endless hot water and energy savings over time, or a traditional tank if you want a lower upfront cost and simpler installation.
What size water heater does my home need?
Use your peak hour demand - add up the gallons used during your busiest hour - and match it to a unit with a First Hour Rating (FHR) within 1–2 gallons.
What are the signs my water heater needs replacing?
Watch for age over 10 years, rusty or brown hot water, leaking from the tank itself, popping noises, or frequent repairs that cost half the price of a new unit.
Once we diagnose your plumbing issue, you'll get a price to fix your water heater before any work begins—so there are no surprises.
Tell us what equipment you'd like installed, and we'll send an installation specialist to determine how much it will cost—for free.
The more hot water a water heater can deliver at once, the more expensive it will be. A water heater's capacity is measured by its first hour rating (FHR). The higher the FHR, the more hot water you'll get at one time.
More efficient water heaters are also more expensive. A water heater's efficiency is measured by its Energy Factor (EF). The higher the EF, the more efficient the water heater.
You can choose between a gas or electric water heater. Florida homeowners typically go with a gas water heater because it's a cheaper fuel source than electricity
Schedule your appointment. If you schedule online, we'll call you as soon as we can to confirm your appointment.
We'll send one of our plumbers to your home to give recommendations for a new unit. Our plumbers will give you upfront—and honest—pricing on all tank water heaters.
Once you choose a unit and agree to the price, our plumber will remove your old water heater and install a new one. On average, tank water heaters take around 3 hours to install.
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