Most residential water heaters cost 150 to 400 for either gas or electric plus 200 to 450 if you have a plumber install it.
Water heater supply and install.
Install the water heater in an area with at least 6 inches of clearance on all sides to ensure adequate ventilation.
Align the water heater to ensure easy access to the burner and controls.
Installation costs and labor plumbers typically charge 45 to 65 an hour and can usually install a water heater in a day or in 6 8 hours.
More expensive gas water heaters with special venting systems also are available.
Our installation process consists of several basic tasks.
If you decide to solder de burr and clean pipes and fittings.
Looking at a new energy efficient model would be a wise choice and an electric water heater could save you money in the long run.
Depending on code upgrades required and the complexity of the replacement additional charges may apply.
Use a carpenter s level and plastic shims to level the water heater as needed.
You can install an expansion tank using push fit fittings.
They slide into the pipe no soldering is needed.
The expansion tank installs to the cold water supply line near above your water heater.
Delivery of a new hot water heater to your home proper disconnection of the old unit installation of the new unit and proper testing to ensure the new hot water heater is installed correctly.