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Water heater replacement in Stockton
A flat $800 installation. You buy the heater and we tell you exactly which one.
What the $800 covers
- Draining and removing the old heater
- Setting the new heater and connecting the water, gas or electric, and venting
- Testing every connection for leaks
- The permit paperwork and the city inspection visit
What’s priced on top
The parts kit ($175 electric, $225 gas) covers what code requires on a like-for-like swap. The permit is passed through at cost. Hauling away the old tank is optional. Every line is on the pricing page.
You buy the heater
You buy the heater yourself, so you choose where to shop and what to spend. A standard 40 gallon tank costs far less than a high-efficiency unit. We tell you exactly what to get from a photo of your current label, so it fits your closet or garage and your gas or electric hookup.
Gas, electric or heat pump
We replace like with like most of the time. Switching fuel, or moving to a heat pump model, can lower your bills, and it changes the wiring or venting. Ask us and we’ll say what it would take.
Not sure yours needs replacing? A leak from the body of the tank means yes. A pilot that won’t stay lit or no heat usually doesn’t. See the repair page.
FAQ
How long does a replacement take?
A standard like-for-like tank swap usually takes a few hours. Moving the heater, changing fuel type or upgrading venting takes longer, and we tell you that when we quote.
Can I keep my old heater’s size?
Yes. Most homes in the area use a 40 or 50 gallon tank. We match what you have unless you tell us your needs changed.
Where do I buy the heater?
From any store or supplier you like. Send us a photo of the label on your current heater and we’ll tell you the size, fuel type and features to buy. If you already bought one, send us the model number before install day and we’ll confirm it fits.
Not sure if it needs a repair or a new tank?
Call or text. Send a photo of the label on the side of your heater and we'll tell you what we'd do.