Water Heater Repair, Replacement & Tankless Upgrades

• No hot water, or hot water that runs out much faster than it used to.
• Rusty or discolored hot water, or a metallic smell.
• Rumbling, popping, or banging from the tank — sediment boiling at the bottom.
• Water pooling around the base of the heater.
• The unit is over 10 years old and needing frequent small repairs.

1. 1

   Diagnose first: the pro tests elements, thermostats, gas controls, and the tank itself to find the real failure.

2. 2

   Repair or replace recommendation: an honest pro tells you when a $200 part beats a $2,000 unit — and when it doesn't.

3. 3

   Right-size the replacement: household size, simultaneous use, and fuel type determine tank size or tankless capacity.

4. 4

   Install to code: proper venting, expansion tank, drain pan, and permits where required — then haul-away of the old unit.

Every job is different, so we won't quote prices sight unseen. These are the factors a pro will weigh when pricing your job:

• Repair versus full replacement.
• Tank versus tankless — equipment and installation complexity differ significantly.
• Fuel type — gas, electric, or heat-pump hybrid.
• Code upgrades — expansion tanks, pans, and venting changes on older installs.
• Access and location — garage swaps are simple; attic or closet installs are not.