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

Avatar for Carini Home Services
Carini Home Services
4.7(
381
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Solar Water Heater System - InstallTankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For Business+6 more

Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I don't live here, but was in town, and they accommodated my schedule. The design specialist John came with the crew in the morning to get everything started. The crew was exceptional too and left everything clean and neat, and showed me how to use the new thermostat before they left. Great job!"
Using the sewer camera to inspect the inside of a customer's drains
Camera inspection through a sewer vent on a customer's roof
Hydro jet uses water at 4,000psi to clean the inside of the mainline drain which connects all the home's drains to the city's sewer system.
Using a snake we can go through the cleanouts on the side of the house.
With the cleanouts snaked, and the blockage located, we can send the hydro jet through the sewer vent and flush out the blocked drain.

+16

Response time10 mins
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Bob Jenson Air Conditioning Inc.
4.9(
169
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Tankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - RepairWater Heater - Install or Replace+1 more

Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

Service, Quality, Comfort. Consistently delivering the best Service and Installation experience in San Diego since 1977. Log in to view what Angie's List Members are saying about us and get exclusive member discounts! Our estimates on a new installation or replacement are always Free! \nOur Certified Technicians service all brands of equipment. We have COVID-19 Protocols in place for your safety and ours! Friendly, Knowledgeable Staff is here to help! Flexible Financing OAC Available. Call Us Today!

18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Payless Water Heaters & Plumbing
4.1(
145
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceWater Heater - Repair or ServiceTankless Water Heater - Install+3 more

Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Experienced, knowledgeable, courteous, and was able to complete the job in 1 afternoon... Joey had everything to complete the task the first time and was quite focused in the de-install of old water heater and replaced it with a tankless unit and after he installed it, showed me how to operate it and what to look for if any issues. He submitted the warranty for me and will provide free inspection in 1 year... His boss also called me the next day asking about the install and if any issues and if his employee performed as expected.. I'm very happy with the results and would recommend Payless Water Heaters to my neighbors and friends.."
Tankless Water Heater
50 Gallon Water Heater / Bradford White
New 50 Gallon Water Heate
Noritz Tankless Water Heater
Noritz Tankless Water Heater

+2

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Same Day Heating, Cooling, Plumbing
Same Day Heating, Cooling, Plumbing
4.4(
31
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Tankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For BusinessTankless Water Heater - Repair+5 more

Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Same Day Heating and Air did a fantastic job. They removed the old unit and installed a new one in one day. Thy also took care of the permits and inspection process. I was pleased by the professionalism and great service."
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+7

Response time1 day
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for Anderson Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning
Anderson Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning
4.4(
1,030
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Water Heater - Repair or ServiceTankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Repair+1 more

Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Showed up onsite quickly to review the work, discuss options, & provide quote. Expensive, but rep'd a quality brand, worked quickly, & quality work. I wish the electrician they pulled in would have talked it over with me before doing their portion, I was not happy with that part."
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for CleanTech Energy Solutions, Inc.
CleanTech Energy Solutions, Inc.
4.4(
68
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Solar Water Heater System - Install

Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Workers came prepared with gloves and face masks. Very knowledgeable and quick workers. Fixed both solar and hot water heaters and pressure reducing valve. Pablo even went on roof to inspect my panels and noted missing flashing over roof penetration, assisting me to visually inspect the issue. Would highly recommend."
Solar Pool Heating
The Sunbank
Oceanside Morro Hills PV Array
Solar Pool Heating Array, Oceanside
Spring Valley Solar Installation

+33

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Point Loma Electric Plumbing Heating & Air
Point Loma Electric Plumbing Heating & Air
4.2(
163
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceWater Heater - Repair or ServiceTankless Water Heater - Install+1 more

Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Their charges are on the high end but their work was very good. Tom created an innovative way to rewire the whole house with minimum disturbance. That s why I hired them. They were here for a week but made sure we had water in one area while working on other areas."
Pipe Install
Pipe Install
Dual Sweep Cleanout
Pipe Install
Pipe Install

+38

Response time10 hrs
383 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Avatar for Baker Electric Home Energy
Baker Electric Home Energy
4.7(
117
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Water Heater - Install or Replace

Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This is one of the best businesses I have ever encountered. Their service technician was excellent. I will contact Baker anytime I have a heating problem."
AC
Furnace
AC Side
Response time3 days
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Gorilla Plumbing
Gorilla Plumbing
5.0(
14
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Tankless Water Heater - RepairTankless Water Heater - Repair - For BusinessWater Heater - Install or Replace+2 more

Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Best experience replacing a water heater! Mickey was very professional and worked efficiently to replace our old water heater. He took the time to go over the estimate (priced fairly and competitively) and made sure that we had the equipment we needs for our household needs. He made sure that we also were brought up to code since our set up was fairly old. The experience was smooth and stress-free from start to finish. I would highly recommend Mickey and Gorilla Plumbing for future plumbing projects!"
Traditional Water Heater
Traditional Water Heater
Traditional Water Heater
Water Supply
New System

+12

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Messner Mechanical Plumbing
5.0(
10
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceTankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Messner Mechanical responded quickly to my inquiry about getting my hot water heater installed. I had been without hot water since Friday morning due to a water main break and subsequently noticing my heater was leaking. Mike was very flexible with the appointment on Sunday and did not charge extra for weekend service. He was prompt, friendly, provided an upfront and accurate quote, completely the work quickly and more importantly provided quality service. The heater is working great! I would highly recommend Messner Mechanical and Mike for any plumber job!"
Response time2 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Water Heaters FAQs, answered by experts

No, boilers and water heaters are not interchangeable because they serve different primary functions. Boilers are used for central heating systems, providing hot water or steam to heat your home. In contrast, a water heater's purpose is to supply hot water for daily household use, such as for faucets and showers. A water heater alone cannot supply the warm water or steam needed for a central heating system.

While they are not interchangeable, it is common to have both a boiler and a water heater. In fact, a conventional boiler often works best when a water heater system is already in place. The two systems can be combined to provide both heating and hot water, either by pairing a boiler with an indirect water heater or by installing a premade combination boiler-water heater unit. For home heating, some homeowners may also opt for a furnace instead of a boiler.

If you're replacing a broken water heater, now is a great time to make sure you're selecting a unit that has the right capacity for your household. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, a small 50-gallon to 60-gallon tank is sufficient for households with one to three people. A medium-sized 80-gallon tank is considered ideal for three to four people. A larger tank may be needed if your household has four to six people.

We recommend you turn off the unit, the power, and the water supply as soon as you notice a leak. Your water heater tank should have a dedicated shut-off valve located on the cold inlet pipes. If the valve is broken or inoperable, use the shut-off valve to your home's main water supply to stop the flow to the entire house.

Avoid touching valves or pipes directly without confirming if they are hot. Wear gloves and other safety gear to keep from coming into contact with hot levers or components when turning off your leaking water heater.

The average water heater holds between 40 and 60 gallons, but the exact amount of water that comes out during draining will depend on your unit’s capacity. The amount of time it takes to drain a water heater averages from 10 to 30 minutes.

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.

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