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Water Heater Replacements: Replacement Water Heaters Installed The Austin Way
The plumbers at Austin Plumbing, Heating & Air can fix just about anything, which means sometimes what looks like a leaking water heater is a repairable component. When you have Austin out to evaluate your water heater, we will have a close look at your existing water heater and make sure a replacement water heater is really necessary.
If it turns out a replacement water heater is in your best interest, we will have a look at your plumbing system and evaluate all of the replacement water heater options that are available to you. We will take into consideration the water piping, gas system, exhaust and all other factors. Most importantly your needs, wants and budget!
For many, the install day for your new water heater is the same day you called for service! For others who are preventatively replacing their old water heater, this may be a planned installation. Either way it’s an exciting day! A newer more efficient water heater can provide many benefits to you and your home’s plumbing system. Here is what you can expect on the day of the installation.
- Protect the traffic area– We will insure the path we need to take to get the old water heater out and the new water heater in is protected.
- No corners cut– Craftsmanship is a <core value> at Austin. We will install your new hot water heater to the highest standards.
- Start up– We will start up and set your water heater to manufacturer’s specs.
- Work area clean up– We will do our best to leave the work area cleaner than we found it.
Austin Plumbing, Heating & Air is with you even after your replacement water heater is installed. We pull permits, register your water heater in our system and make sure that you get the water heaters full warranty. These are just a few ways that Austin stands with you after the initial install. For those who want to get the most out of their new purchase, take a look at our plumbing maintenance program.
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- Same day water heater replacement
- 5 star water heater replacement for nearly a century
- Expert water heater installation
- We make hot water heaters affordable
Signs you may need a replacement water heater
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You run out of hot water frequently
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Repairs to your existing hot water heater exceed $500
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Your existing water heater is more than six years old
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Water is pooling around your water heater tank
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Water is leaking out of the relief tube
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Water heater makes strange noises such as rumbling
Water heater replacement & installation additional factors to keep in mind
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Get the right size water heater for your home and your hot water needs
Having the right sized water heater can make all the difference. When considering a new water heater, keep in mind how the way you use hot water in your home may change. Sometimes you’re able to get away with a smaller water heater and save money and sometimes it is a smart move to install a larger heater based on a growing family.
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Water quality
A major factor in the life expectancy of your new water heating system is the quality of the water that runs through it. Austin Plumbing, Heating & Air can test your water to make sure your new water heater is on the right path for a long life!
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Water heater efficiency
Water heaters come in many different types of efficiency. When looking at a new water heater, be sure to ask your plumber about all of the different options you have when it comes to efficiency.
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How long do you plan to be in the home?
The type of water heater you get and any accessories you choose with it will likely depend on how long you plan to be in the home. When deciding between tank or tankless or that tank booster kit, keep in mind how long you plan to enjoy the new water heater.
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Permits
Austin Plumbing, Heating & Air always pulls a permit when installing a replacement water heater. This means you’re insured that your new water heater was installed to code and it gives the inspector a chance to look at the existing water, gas, electric and exhaust and request any upgrades they see fit. This is the best way to keep your water heater safe, efficient, up to date and up to code!
Common Water Heater Replacement Upgrades
Water Heater Drain Pan
A drain pan is a great way to prevent water damage should your water heater spring a leak. The time to install a drain pan is at the time of your water heater replacement. We carry several sizes of drain pans on our trucks.
Running Out Of Hot Water- Get A Tank Booster
At Austin, we know how to turn your 50 gallon water heater into a 70 gallon heater without the expense of upgrading the tank. Our tank booster kits can get you that extra shower and hot water your home needs.
Instant Hot Water At Any Faucet In The House
Sick of waiting for hot water in the morning? Our retrofit instant hot water system provides you hot water where you need it without opening up walls and major repiping.
Emergency Shut Off Valve & Alarm
When you can’t risk the damage a leaking water heater could cause, we have emergency leak detection systems that will turn off the water to your water heater the second a tank leak is detected, saving you thousands of dollars in damage.
Upgrade To Tankless
Tankless water heaters are the ultimate when it comes to efficiency and never ending hot water. Although some cons do exist, a tankless water heater is a popular upgrade for many homeowners in Southeastern Wisconsin.
Upgrade To A Heat Pump Water Heater
Don’t have gas to your home but want the most efficient water heater you can get? Consider upgrading your standard electric water heater to a heat pump water heater. With the current energy credits available, you can save thousands on the upfront cost and hundreds of dollars per year with a heat pump water heater.
Why Choose Austin Plumbing, Heating & Air For Your Water Heater Installation?
- We Are Local – Replacement water heaters are always near you with Austin Plumbing, Heating & Air. Serving the water heater replacement and installation needs of Waukesha and Washington County, we always have a plumber close by.
- Plumbers that know what they are doing – Our plumbers are the area’s most talented craftspeople. They know how to install a water heater to last, which is why when you’re looking for a contractor to install your replacement water heater, you should choose Austin Plumbing, Heating & Air.
- Trusted for Generations – An 80+ year tradition of providing water heater replacement & installation services doesn’t happen without dedication and loyalty. Wisconsin knows Team Austin as a premier water heater replacement contractor.
- Highly rated water heater replacement & installation services – Looking for 5-star replacement water heater service? As much as we want to be perfect, we aren’t. But 4.8 stars isn’t bad! See the reviews for yourself at: Read our Reviews