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Avatar for USA Water Heaters - Installation & Repair
USA Water Heaters - Installation & Repair
4.9(
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Serving Orange County, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Dennis installed a new 75 gallon water heater and circulation pump in our home. His price was very competitive and lower than several other bids we got. He communicated with us well throughout the entire process. He worked around our schedule and the installation took only a couple of hours. The new water heater is working perfectly. I highly recommend Dennis and USA Water Heaters."
Navien Tankless Water Heater Installation in IrvIne, CA
Water heater installation and repair service in Mission Viejo, Ladera Ranch, Lake Forest, Las Flores, Rancho Santa Margarita, Trabuco Canyon, Coto De Caza, Foothill Ranch, Laguna Hills, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Woods, Laguna Beach, Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano, San Clemente, Irvine, Tustin, Santa Ana, Orange, Villa Park, Anaheim, Anaheim Hills, Brea, Yorba Linda, Newport Coast, Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, Fountain Valley, Garden Grove, Westminister, Placentia, Full
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Navien tankless water heater installation Irvine, CA
Same-day water heater installation and repair service in Orange County, CA

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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Water Heaters Only, Inc.
4.7(
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Water Heater - Install or Replace

Serving Orange County, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Water Heaters Only, Inc. was founded in 1968, to serve the needs of customers that specifically required service, repair and replacement of water heaters. Our founder had the foresight to develop this company into a distinguished service success with the longevity of over 58 years in the hot water heater business.\n\nOur Mission: To be quick, honest, reliable and fair to all that we serve in the water heater repair and installation business. To focus ourselves on quality and integrity for each and every customer experience, and to give back in non-profit support to the local and global communities in which we serve.

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Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for THE Water Heater Company
THE Water Heater Company
4.9(
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Serving Orange County, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had our water heater replaced by The Water Heater Company and the service was excellent from start to finish. The technician, Mike P., was professional, on time, and extremely knowledgeable. He explained everything clearly, completed the installation efficiently, and made sure the area was clean before leaving. My new water heater is working great. We really appreciate the quality of work and the attention to detail. We highly recommend The Water Heater Company especially if you want a smooth, stress-free water heater replacement done right the first time."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Rapid Rescue Rooter & Plumbing
5.0(
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Serving Orange County, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We’ve had so many plumbing projects over the years and have always used Rapid Rescue. They have replaced our water heater, completely plumbed two bathrooms & worked on the house mainline as well as the gas line and hooking up the water lines for the washer & dryer. They are honest, reliable and affordable. The work they have done has been top notch and it lasts. I highly recommend Wes and Rapid Rescue for all of your plumbing needs."
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+18

Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Orange Independent Plumbing Services
4.8(
319
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Serving Orange County, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"My hot water heater began leaking on the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend - yikes! After requesting a quote via Angi, I received nearly instant communication from Ruben, who then sent me lots of information about what likely needed to be done and what it would cost. He was available same day, and he was able to replace my water heater neatly and efficiently. I am thoroughly satisfied and impressed. So happy he could help me on the holiday weekend. I'm very appreciative."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate85%
287 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HARMONY ELECTRIC PLUMBING & AIR INC
4.8(
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Serving Orange County, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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."
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Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

Not all types of water heaters require a venting system. Electric tankless water heaters don’t use natural or propane gas, so no venting is required. Instead, they use electric burners to heat water quickly and efficiently. However, any system that does use gas or propane will require ventilation.

You can and should vent the gas from your hot water heater to the outside of your home. Traditionally, these gases were vented back to other gas appliances, like stoves or furnaces, but many jurisdictions have outlawed this practice due to the risks it provides. 

Most water heaters today use atmospheric venting that exhausts the gas out of the home through a pipe.

Venting a gas water heater out of the roof is preferable in most cases. Heated exhaust gases naturally rise, so a vertical vent pipe is efficient. If you’re trying to vent through a pipe exiting a wall, the angle of the pipe may be more horizontal than vertical, making the venting system less effective. If you go through a wall, you may need to add a fan to ensure a successful expulsion of the gases outdoors.

It is very difficult and dangerous to install your own water heater, so we strongly recommend against tackling this as a DIY project. Not only will you need to wire your water heater, but you’ll also need to connect plumbing to the intake and outlet. Sweating copper pipes and connecting wiring properly are skills most DIYers don’t have, and even if you do feel confident you can do it, working with water and electricity always leaves the potential for electrocution. Hiring a local water heater installer is well worth the investment.

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.

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