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Top-Rated Water heater pros in Gilroy - Updated Nov 2026

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Water Heaters Masters
4.9(
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Serving Gilroy, 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 by94%of homeowners
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Better Water Heaters
4.5(
195
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Serving Gilroy, 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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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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DAE Plumbing, Inc.
5.0(
7
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Serving Gilroy, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dan arrived when he said he would installed my water heater as agreed and hauled off the old one. He was pleasant and thorough. I will be calling him again soon as I have another challenge that I believe he will be able to help me with. Thanks Dan"
3" Gas Line to Apartment Complex
Solar Water Heating System
Solar Water Heating System
New 4" Sewer Main connection
Side by Side Lav Sink

+9

Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fantastic Rooter, Inc.
4.5(
174
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Tankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For BusinessTankless Water Heater - Repair+5 more

Serving Gilroy, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent co-ordination by the office. Lady set up a visit by her field worker - he showed up on time to evaluate the problem. He needed a gasket to fix the problem but had to get one at a supply store. Because he took longer to return then planned, he reduced the price by $30 and threw in a water pressure check as well. Oh, the gasket did fix the leak. Excellent job by all concerned."
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+1

Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Jess Plumbing
4.9(
50
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Serving Gilroy, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As a property manager I have doubt was many plumbing companies and I can say I can count on Jess plumbing. He is efficient, reliable and always has fair prices. You can count on him not to overprice because he's honest and knows what he's doing."
Plumbing Project
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Plumbing Project /water main
Old gate valve/ doesn’t shut off water
Installed new Zoeller sewer tank lid

+178

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Mike Counsil Plumbing and Rooter
4.0(
331
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Solar Water Heater System - InstallTankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For Business+6 more

Serving Gilroy, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1994

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"All went great they rehung the sewer pipes under the house. Replaced the damage sewer pipe. Installed a new fresh water pipe from the water meter to the house installed a pressure regulator and a back flow on the hot water heater. Pached all the holes and even one the didn’t cause"
Preparing a safe environment for working on a sewer line replacement.
Water heater installation with expansion tank
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+28

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Water Heaters FAQs, answered by experts

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.

Every city and state will have its own set of installation codes and laws. Some won’t require you to obtain a permit before replacing your water heater, though we recommend you do, regardless of the local codes. On the other hand, some cities and states might require secondary permits for plumbing and electrical work related to the installation. Check with a local water heater installation company and local building codes to confirm which permits are required and what the specific laws are.

No, you’ll need to drain the tank before changing a water heater element, as the water heater element sticks through the side of the tank and uses a gasket to prevent water from pouring out. However, you don’t always need to drain it completely. If you’re only replacing the upper heating element, you can drain the tank until the water line is below the element. If you’re replacing the lower element, you’ll need to drain the whole thing.

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.

Price variations arise from size, type (tankless or tank), efficiency grades, and installation complexity, including labor and materials.

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