Water Heater Replacement Cost
Water heaters in the Hill Country work harder than most — our limestone-hard water builds scale inside the tank, which is why so many local units fail on the early side of their lifespan. What a replacement costs depends on what you’re replacing it with: tank or tankless, gas or electric, and what current code requires for your installation. Exact pricing depends on your home, so we always give you a transparent upfront quote before any work begins.
Priced for your home, quoted before we start
The honest answer is that the right price depends on your home and the factors below. We diagnose first, then give you a transparent, flat upfront quote — approved by you before any work begins. No hourly meters, no surprises.
What Drives the Price
Tank vs. tankless
A conventional tank heater costs less up front. A tankless unit costs more to install but delivers endless hot water, saves energy, and lasts significantly longer.
Capacity & sizing
A 40-gallon tank for two people is a different job than a high-capacity tank or high-flow tankless unit for a large household. Sizing drives both the equipment cost and the install.
Gas vs. electric
Fuel type affects both the unit and the installation — gas units need proper venting and gas-line sizing, while electric units may need circuit or breaker work.
Code upgrades
Current code may require a drain pan, a thermal expansion tank, or updated venting that your old installation didn’t have. If your last heater went in years ago, bringing the new one up to code can add to the job.
Hard-water scale & lifespan
Our hard water shortens water heater life — tanks typically last 8-12 years and tankless units 15-20 with proper maintenance. Scale damage is often what tips the repair-vs-replace decision, and adding a softener helps protect the new unit.
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“We will beat any matching bid.”
If another licensed plumbing company gives a bid for the same service, we will match their price. All you have to do is show us their bid, and if they are providing the same services with the same equipment and materials, we will match it.
Common Questions About Water Heaters
Find answers to common plumbing and HVAC questions from our expert team.
That noise is most likely caused by sediment and mineral scale that has built up at the bottom of your tank. As the burner heats the water, steam bubbles form underneath the sediment, and the noise you hear is the sound of those bubbles escaping. This buildup reduces efficiency and can lead to tank damage over time. It's a clear sign your water heater needs to be professionally flushed and inspected.
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