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A New Water Heater, Priced in Writing Before the Old One Comes Out

Water heater installation in Fredericksburg, VA starts right on this page: see a price range for a new water heater in a few taps, before you give anyone your phone number. Then a Clog Heroes technician confirms the install price in writing. Nothing comes out of your closet or basement until you approve it.

Calls are answered 24/7 at (540) 518-2564. Tank leaking right now? Call instead of waiting on an estimate.

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Water heater installed beside a two-tank softener and filter system.

When It's Time to Replace a Water Heater

Some water heaters can be repaired. These are the signs that point to a new one.

  • The Tank Itself Is Leaking

    Water seeping from the body of the tank, not a fitting or a valve, means the tank has failed. There's no repair for that.

  • Rust in the Hot Water

    Rusty water from the hot taps only points to corrosion inside the tank. A leak usually isn't far behind.

  • Repairs Keep Coming

    A second element, then a valve, then another call. On an older tank, the next repair can cost more than it's worth.

  • It's Over 12 Years Old

    Age alone isn't a reason, but an older tank with any of the signs above is usually a replacement. The instant estimate asks the age for that reason.

  • You Need More Hot Water

    A bigger household or a new bathroom can outgrow the tank you have. A larger tank or a tankless water heater can fix that.

Installing a New Water Heater, or Replacing the One You Have

Most installs are replacements: the old tank comes out and a new one goes in the same spot. Clog Heroes installs gas, electric, propane and hybrid water heaters, and tankless units too. Before you choose, your technician explains the options that fit your space and your fuel, with a written price for each.

Same Spot, New Tank

Water Heater Replacement

The old heater is drained and disconnected, and the new one is set in its place and connected to your water, power or gas, and venting. It's filled, fired up and checked before we leave.

New Spot or New Type

New Water Heater Installation

Moving the heater, adding one, or switching fuel or type means new piping, and sometimes new venting or a gas line. Your technician sees the space first and prices the job in writing.

How Your Install Goes

  1. You Get a Price Range Online

    The instant estimate below asks what's going on, what kind of heater you have and how old it is. Then it shows a range and takes your details. We call to set a time.

  2. Your Technician Sees the Space

    Where the heater sits, the fuel, the venting, the water lines and how the old tank comes out.

  3. You Approve a Written Price

    The install price comes in writing, with any extra parts listed. Go ahead on site and the $89 dispatch fee is waived.

  4. Old Out, New In

    The old tank is drained and removed, and the new heater is set and connected. Our replacement jobs have included an expansion tank, a drain pan and a new shut-off valve where a home needed them.

  5. Hot Water Before We Leave

    The heater is filled and fired up, and your technician walks you through the finished install and runs a hot tap with you.

What a New Water Heater Costs

The instant estimate shows a range online. The install price is written down and approved by you before any work starts.

$89Dispatch fee. Waived when you go ahead with the work on site.
$189After-hours and emergency dispatch. Never credited back.

The range depends on the type and size of the heater and what your home needs around it. Most Clog Heroes services are flat rate, so the written price is the price for the job.

A tankless install depends on the gas line, venting and power at your home, so it's priced on site. See Tankless Water Heaters.

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After-hours visits are case by case, subject to availability.

Water Heaters We've Installed

Every photo here comes from a Clog Heroes job. Drag the slider to see the same closet before and after.

  • After: New tank water heater installed in the same utility closet.Before: Old tank water heater in a utility closet.

    Replaced in a Tight Closet

    An old electric tank in a utility closet, then the new one set in the same spot.

  • Propane water heater installed in an unfinished basement with new venting.

    Propane Water Heater in a Basement

    A new propane water heater with new venting, an expansion tank and a drain pan in an unfinished basement.

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What Customers Said About Water Heater Installation

Google reviews that mention this job, quoted word for word.

Came the same day on schedule and helped decide to fix or replace. Given the age of the old water heater, I chose to replace it. The water heater was installed promptly and professionally. Friendly and professional.

Glenn Swope, Google review
  • Ryan was very professional and courteous. He took his time to evaluate the situation. He explained exactly what he is going to do and provided the cost of the installation of the water heater and faucet. He seems very flexible in scheduling.

    Faye Patten, Google review

  • Jared installed a new water heater for us through the REC program. He did a wonderful job, took care to make all the lines neat and straight, and was really easy to work with. Jessy in the office was fun, too!

    Thomas Ronksley, Google review

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Water Heater Installation Questions

How Much Does Water Heater Installation Cost in Fredericksburg, VA?

The instant estimate on this page shows a price range for a replacement in a few taps. Your technician confirms the install price in writing before any work starts. The dispatch fee is $89, waived when you go ahead on site. After-hours and emergency dispatch is $189 and is never credited back.

Should I Repair My Water Heater or Replace It?

If a part has failed, such as an element, a thermostat or a valve, a repair is often enough. If the tank itself is leaking, it has failed and needs replacing. Your technician gives you a written price for each when both are on the table.

What Kinds of Water Heaters Do You Install?

Gas, electric, propane and hybrid tank water heaters, and tankless units.

Can I Book a Water Heater Install Online?

Installs aren't booked straight into a time slot, because the price depends on your space. Run the instant estimate for a range and send your details, and we call you to set a time. Or call (540) 518-2564.

My Water Heater Is Leaking. What Should I Do?

Call us at (540) 518-2564. A leaking water heater is one of the problems we treat as an emergency. Calls are answered 24/7. After-hours visits are case by case, subject to availability, and after-hours dispatch is $189.

Which Areas Do You Serve?

The City of Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, Caroline, King George, Westmoreland, Louisa, Orange, Culpeper, Southern Fauquier and the eastern side of Prince William County through Manassas. The instant estimate checks your ZIP code. If yours isn't on the list, call us.

Price Your New Water Heater

Pick Water Heater and choose "It's old; I want it replaced". Answer a few more questions and you see a price range before you give us your number. Leaking now? Call (540) 518-2564.

What's Going On?

Pick the One Closest to What You See.

Rather talk it through? Call (540) 518-2564.

Areas Clog Heroes Serves

Clog Heroes is based at 2706 Lafayette Blvd in Fredericksburg and serves homes across these counties. Call to confirm a visit to your address.