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Avatar for Water Heaters Masters
Water Heaters Masters
4.9(
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Tankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For BusinessTankless Water Heater - Repair+5 more

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Water Heater Masters were top-notch! I called on a Saturday afternoon - they were available 9am Sunday morning to come and inspect and quote. They only had one guy working that day, but scheduled me for Monday morning between 8 and 9. At 8:15am I got a call with an ETA of 8:45, which was a really nice touch! Despite telling me it would take an entire day to install, they were done by 1pm. They also found some creative ways to do the install to avoid drilling through my stucco (for the exhaust vent and for the condensate run-off). Very professional and clean-looking install. These guys may not always be the cheapest around, and they recommended a top-of-the-line heater (which is what I really wanted anyway), but I'd much rather pay a little extra for that level of service and support. Thank you!"
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+20

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Better Water Heaters
4.5(
194
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Call in the morning, visit that afternoon with quote, installation next day. They didn't have our model in stock, so we got an upgrade to the next larger water heater at no additional cost. Installer was very knowledgable and friendly."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Payless Water Heaters & Plumbing
4.1(
130
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Tankless Water Heater - InstallWater Heater - Install or ReplaceSolar Water Heater System - Install+6 more

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did a $59 consult only. Turned out the cost of repairing the old heater was almost as much as a new one, so we got a new one, and handled the install ourselves. Luis B was great, knowledgeable, friendly, didn't try to upcharge just to sell a heater, which we appreciated. Gave us an honest evaluation, several options, and was right on time. I will say, though, that the company failed to call me when he was on his way... not a big deal. All in all a good experience."
New Tankless Water Heater Installation
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+19

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
4.4(
720
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceSolar Water Heater System - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install+6 more

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The first visit lead to cleaning the area around the heater and burners and checking the thermocouple. Sadly that seemed to make it worse. Less than a week later No hot water for over 30 hours till the second technician replaced the thermocouple. All is perfect now. No charge for the second visit. The next step, if needed will be a tankless and their quote looks a bit steep. But I am really hoping I won’t need to go that far."
Living room Mini-Split
Aquasana home Filtration
Almost no disturbance at EBMUD meter
Navien with filtration to protect the heat exchanger
New house valve and Pressure Reducing Valve

+73

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
51 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arreaga Santos Plumbing
5.0(
9
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Tankless Water Heater - RepairWater Heater - Repair or Service

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My water heater was leaking profusely all over my basement floor and needed to be replaced immediately. Usually getting someone to come over in an emergency is not easy, but when I phoned Arreaga Santos Plumbing Santos said he would come over right away, which he did. My heater is in a difficult place and hard to get to, but Santos and his assistant removed it with ease. Not only was this done fast, the minute details that he attended to were performed with great care and very high quality. Also, he's a very nice guy. Based on the entire situation there is no other plumber I would use in the future. Just call him, you will be as happy as I am."
New shower valve
Cast iron drain pioo pipe
Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by55%of homeowners
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BCMN
4.6(
111
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This company was professional and came out right away. I needed a new water heater and it was put in the next day. Very competitive pricing.They did an excellent job. I only have good things to say about them and would definitely hire them again."
Response time4 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
BCMN
4.6(
111
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Tankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For BusinessTankless Water Heater - Repair+5 more

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Friends and family Plumbing and Drain Cleaning, (DBA BCMN) is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

Most hot water heater manufacturers recommend replacing the anode rod about once every three to five years. Anode rods sacrifice themselves by collecting iron, limestone, and other minerals that would otherwise corrode your hot water heater tank. This abuse wears them out long before your water heater does. Check the rod when you remove it and replace it if more than 50% of the metal has been consumed. Check the rod more frequently if you have hard water or use a water softener. 

Unusual noises, lack of hot water supply, efficiency loss, and visible leaks are signs of necessary replacement beyond mere repair.

The chemicals in a water softener can wear down the anode rod in the heater and shorten its life span. However, for most people, the benefits of the softener outweigh this potential drawback.

Have a plumber inspect the anode rod annually for damage, as replacing the anode rod is far less expensive than replacing the entire water heater.

Several signs indicate your water heater may be failing or in need of replacement. Key indicators include:

  • Age: A water heater older than ten years is approaching the end of its typical lifespan.

  • Water Quality: If you notice rusty or discolored water from your hot water faucets, or a foul odor similar to rotten eggs or sulfur, it can signal internal corrosion.

  • Unusual Noises: Banging, rumbling, or popping sounds from the tank often mean sediment has built up, causing the unit to overheat.

  • Leaks: Any water pooling around the base of the tank or visible leaks are clear signs of failure.

  • Performance Issues: A decline in performance, such as water not getting hot enough, taking longer to heat up, low water pressure, or decreased efficiency, suggests the unit is struggling.

  • Visible Damage: Obvious rust and corrosion on the exterior of the tank can indicate a more serious internal problem.

While these signs often point to replacement, some issues may be fixable. It's best to consult a professional plumber to diagnose the problem before investing in a new unit.

There are pros and cons to tankless water heaters. They are more efficient than traditional tank water heaters, and maintenance costs are lower. These units are also much more compact. On the other hand, they cost about twice as much to install as traditional tank water heaters and are more limited in terms of flow rate.

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