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Avatar for Payless Water Heaters & Plumbing
Payless Water Heaters & Plumbing
4.2(
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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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."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Western Rooter & Plumbing
4.8(
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1981

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Emergency services offered

"Found me the right size water heater, a few days before Thanksgiving and had it installed within 2 hours. Clean and efficient and Bradford White gas water heaters are American made. Built to last. Daniel Westereng did a great job with the install. Clean, fast, thorough and polite."
Ruben installs a new drainage system under a customers home. Working in a crawl space is rough, but we do what is needed.
Backing up? Got roots? Blast those roots out with a Hydro Jetter! We use a wart hog nozzle that combines controlled rotation with a unique 8 jet cutting configuration optimized for removing roots. It’s better with a jetter! Call us! We got this! ??
Sewer Line Camera
No drain clog too big or small, Western Rooter covers them all!
Justin clearing a Kitchen sink back-up after the Memorial holiday.
HALO 5 whole house water filtration system.

+542

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Burris Brothers Plumbing & Heating
Burris Brothers Plumbing & Heating
5.0(
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have been using Burris Brothers Plumbing, and heating for years. They have done everything from unclogged drains to fixing faucets to installing a tankless, hot water heater. They are Professional, highly skilled, reasonable and reliable. I refer them to anyone that asks for a great Plumber. I cannot recommend them enough."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Albano's Plumbing & Drain
4.8(
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Albano's responded quickly to my plumbing emergency. They replaced my water heater and cleared a drain stoppage in a timely manner. They are fair in pricing, I would recommend them to anyone looking for a fast and reliable plumber."
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+7

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Rooters Plumbing Co.
4.8(
45
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service. Kevin came and assessed the problem. He provided me with a quote that seemed very pricey at that moment in time in comparison to other quote I got earlier from another plumbing company, who gave a quote without opening it up. After seeing the amount of work it took almost the whole day, the price seemed reasonable. Apparently they didn’t make the part anymore, and the replacement part didn’t fit perfectly well, but he got it to work at the end of the day. But there was no hot water the following day when we took a shower so he returned and spent another half day to get it to work. I really appreciate that he came by immediately to rectify the problem and complete the job."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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HARMONY ELECTRIC PLUMBING & AIR INC
4.8(
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They called us quickly and got a plumber out within a few days. Super thorough - tested all pipes and water sources to diagnose the problem. They were able to perform maintenance on most bathrooms the same day and improve the water temperature in our showers. Gave helpful, non-biased advice on potential further plumbing improvements. We will likely call this company again for any and all future plumbing needs."
831 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by46%of homeowners
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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

In most municipalities, a license is not mandatory for water heater installation or replacement. However, we strongly recommend hiring a licensed plumber or water heater installer to handle the work. Licensed installers are far less likely to make a mistake during the installation, which means paying for the experience decreases your risk of a leak and other issues. You can use our state licensing tool to find out if a contractor you’re considering in your area holds a plumber’s license.

A larger heater requires a larger breaker—unless there’s one already installed. The longer answer to this question is more nuanced. Do you place demands on the heater at the same time as running other heavy-duty appliances like ovens and washing machines? Do you live in an older home that may not have considered the higher electrical demands we have now? Breakers need to be sized at 125% of the load. To find that load, you should call a local electrical pro.

The amount of time it takes to replace an electric water heater will depend on the skill level of the individual who is replacing it. For example, if you replace it yourself–and you don’t have much experience–you can expect the project to take a full day. 

However, if you have a certified plumber or water heater contractor install your new water heater, it can take as little as 2 to 3 hours.

If you want instant hot water and to reduce water waste while improving convenience, a hot water recirculating system is worth it, especially if you find your hot water heater is not hot enough. These systems can save thousands of gallons of water each year so you don't have to wait for hot water at faucets and showers. The upfront investment can be high, especially for systems requiring additional plumbing, but the long-term savings on water bills and added comfort make them a worthwhile upgrade.

Yes, you can replace a current tank water heater with a tankless model or vice versa. If you’re maintaining the same fuel source—gas or electricity—the switchover should be smooth. A conventional tank requires open floor space, while a tankless model can be wall-mounted. If you’re switching to a tank water heater, you might need to clear space for it. Gas-powered tankless water heaters need a large volume of gas when they start running to heat the water instantly. You might need to increase the size of the gas line when going from a tank to a tankless model.

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