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Avatar for Mitko BG Plumbing Inc
Mitko BG Plumbing Inc
5.0(
22
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Serving Modesto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called because I was having trouble with my water heater and he was able to identify the problem immediately. He was very kind in explaining the issue and my options. He was professional throughout the whole process and replaced my water heater pretty quick. Would highly recommend!"
Tankless Installation
Tankless repairs
Tankless repairs
Tankless repairs
Tankless repairs

+12

20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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St. Clair Plumbing
5.0(
48
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Serving Modesto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"My water heater started leaking and I knew it had to be replaced. I contacted Brian and he quickly and efficiently replaced the water heater. I really appreciated the quick response that Brian gave to the situation. He has repaired faucet leaks and toilet leaks for me also. He provides outstanding service and is totally professional in everything that he does."
Reverse osmosis faucet
Reverse osmosis system
Water softener with weather protection
Water softener installation
Faucet install

+25

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CAL Plumbing LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Modesto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I really enjoyed having Cameron with CAL Plumbing take care of my new Tankless water heater install. The amount of care and precision that went into to his work was nothing short of amazing. If you or anybody you know needs work done by a True Craftsman give this company a call!"
Springwell softener
Navien Tankless
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Top Tier Plumbing Inc.
4.6(
40
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Serving Modesto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Taylor was AMAZING!! The water heater gave him quite the trouble and at no point in time was he upset or rude about the situation. He had a great friendly attitude and i felt complete trust in what he was doing. Would definitely get him again if needed!"
Reset existing toilet
Plumbing upgrades
Plumbing upgrades
Plumbing upgrades
Water heater installation

+14

Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
71 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mainline Plumbing Inc.
4.5(
210
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Serving Modesto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Carmelo did an excellent job on installing a gas fitting for my new dryer. He installed the fittings and got my dryer hooked up. He went above and beyond and also helped me light my pilot light on my water heater! He explained what he would do, performed the work and cleaned up after himself! Great job Carmelo!"
Drain Clearing
Garbage Disposals
Plumbing Repairs
Tankless Heaters
Leak Detection

+2

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JPC Rooter & Plumbing
4.8(
46
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Serving Modesto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JPC team did an excellent, professional job on our storm water sump pumps related project. (Two sump pumps were working; they did not need repairs.) 1) Cut and replaced two broken pipes; installed new valves 2) New float sensors installed and set to auto-start the sump pumps 3) long outflow pine, connecting to city's water drainage system, was cleaned using long snake and high pressure water pump combination. 4) successful final test with water filled in water chamber and sump pumps working 5) JPC gave warranty for work done and signed up for once-a-year annual maintenance visit in October."
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work

+56

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mr. Ed's Plumbing & Rooter Service
4.5(
19
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Serving Modesto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ed replaced the water faucet inlet compression valves for my washing machine. He installed threaded extensions for easy repair next time. Ed and his helper were polite, expeditious and do great work! Recommend to all!"
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+43

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

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.

Several things can void the warranty for your water heater. Many water heater manufacturers state that installing your own will void the warranty. However, even if you get away with performing the task yourself, incorrect installation, lack of a building permit, and improper repair work, regardless of licensing status, can all render your water heater unprotected by both the manufacturer's warranty and any installation warranties. 

On average, a tankless water heater should last between 10 and 15 years. Its lifespan will be affected by how much it's used, the effect of weather where your home is on the unit—colder is harsher and will shorten lifespan—and if the heater is maintained appropriately and regularly. There are many signs your water heater needs to be replaced, so pay attention to anything that changes with your heater or hot water.

Typically, only a high-efficiency water heater with an inducer fan can be vented outside the house. Otherwise, your water heater needs to be installed on the inside and vented through the roof. However, certain areas may allow a standard-efficiency water heater to be vented outside. Check your local building codes to be sure.

The standard copper wire gauge to use with any 30-amp circuit is a 10-gauge wire. The National Electric Code specifies a 10-gauge wire with appliances like water heaters running on 30 amps. If you try to use a smaller gauge wire, such as a 12 gauge, with a 30-amp breaker, you run the risk of the wire overheating and melting or causing a fire. Because of the safety hazards, the gauge of the wire is not an area to try to cut costs when connecting a 30-amp breaker to a water heater.

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