Water Heater Replacement and Installation in Texas
When repair no longer makes sense, we install new tank, tankless, and heat pump water heaters across Texas. Every job is permitted, code compliant, and comes with the old unit hauled away.
When Replacement Makes More Sense Than Repair
If your unit is over 8 years old and the repair bill is north of $500, replacement is usually the smarter spend, especially in Texas where hard water has already been grinding away at the tank lining. A leak from the tank body itself always means replacement, regardless of age, since there is no repair for a corroded steel tank.
What We Install
- Standard tank units: 40, 50, and 75 gallon models, gas or electric. A quality 50 gallon Rheem or AO Smith tank, installed with permit and old unit disposal, runs $1,800 to $3,800.
- Tankless (on demand) units: Rinnai, Navien, Noritz, Rheem. Endless hot water with no standby energy loss. Installed cost runs $3,500 to $6,500 depending on whether gas line or venting upgrades are needed.
- Heat pump hybrid units: The most energy efficient option, cutting electricity use by up to 60% according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Can qualify for federal tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act. Installed cost runs $2,800 to $5,500 before credits.
What Every Installation Includes
- A required plumbing permit pulled through your city or county
- Removal and disposal of your old unit
- Code compliance checks, including expansion tank and venting where required
- Testing the new unit and walking you through basic operation
- Warranty paperwork on parts and labor
Why Extra Costs Sometimes Show Up
Many Texas municipalities now require an expansion tank on closed water systems, which adds $200 to $400. Older gas units sometimes need updated venting to meet current code, running $300 to $800. Switching to tankless or heat pump can require electrical or gas line upgrades. We identify all of this during the initial inspection and give you the full price before any work starts, not after.
| Job Type | Typical Price Range | What Affects the Price |
|---|---|---|
| Standard tank replacement | $1,200 to $2,500 | Tank size, fuel type, code updates needed |
| Tankless installation | $2,500 to $5,000 | Gas line upgrade, venting changes |
| Attic or upper floor install | Adds $200 to $500 | Extra labor for access and safety |
| New gas line run | Adds $300 to $800 | Distance from existing line, wall access |
| Permit and code compliance | Included in quote | Required for all gas and major electrical work |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does water heater replacement cost in Texas?
A standard 50 gallon tank runs $1,800 to $3,800 installed. Tankless units run $3,500 to $6,500. Heat pump hybrids run $2,800 to $5,500 before federal tax credits.
Do I need a permit for water heater installation?
Yes, throughout Texas. A permit performed by a TSBPE licensed plumber ensures the work is inspected and meets code. We handle the permit on every job.
How long does installation take?
Most standard tank replacements finish in half a day. Tankless installations can take longer if gas line or venting upgrades are needed.
Will you haul away my old water heater?
Yes, disposal of the old unit is included in every installation.
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