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Avatar for Payless Water Heaters & Plumbing
Payless Water Heaters & Plumbing
4.1(
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Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Perfectly. They cleaned everything up, explained how the system worked and how often it needs attention, and hauled away the old hot water heater. They arrived on time, worked steadily, and finished before dinner time."
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+19

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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WATER HEATER SOS
5.0(
17
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Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Top notch service!!! Our water heater went out and we needed a new one ASAP! These type of problems always happen at the worst and most inconvenient of times. We called around and no one could make it out for at least a day? some were two days! We called Water Heater SOS and explained our need for a new water heater ASAP, they explained they had a lot of calls that day but assured us they would send someone out by end of the day.. within the hour they called us back and said they were sending one of their guys right now!!! They were extremely professional, polite and worked fast and efficiently to get us a new water heater up and running by the end of the day!!! We HIGHLY recommend Water Heater SOS"
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate98%
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RT Olson Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning
4.5(
217
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Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I bought a hot water heater to replace the one that calcified due to Anaheim water. Technicians : Marty, Parker and Shane were excellent. I would recommend this company RT Olsen Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning. They took out my old water heater and halled it away. The new water heater was installed with no problems. I Gave this company and there excellent crew 5 Star"
New AC Installation
Tankless water heater
New Thermostat
Shower head system installation
Helping customer with new water filtration system

+57

Response time9 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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A2Z Plumbing
5.0(
13
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Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

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14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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J I G Plumbing
4.9(
98
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Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had a old 30 year 75 gallon leaking hot water heater. JIG Owner came out to the and assessed the problem and offered a replacement unit or upgrade to a tankless! I selected the tankless. Excellent installation, and removal of the old unit. Crew showed up on time, very professional and made sure I understood the warranty terms and conditions along with the operation of the unit. The owner followed up with a followup inspection to ensure I was happy."
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+8

21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

Unless you have previous plumbing experience or extensive experience with water heaters, you should avoid replacing your electric water heater yourself. This process involves disconnecting wiring and parts from the old water heater and reinstalling them onto the new one, among other difficult tasks. This job is best left to the pros to make sure that everything is connected correctly to avoid serious leaks or malfunctions.

While a water heater explosion is rare, it is a serious danger. Be aware of these critical warning signs:

  • Sulfur or Rotten Egg Smell: This is a major red flag, especially for gas water heaters. It can indicate a gas leak, which could ignite and cause an explosion.

  • Leaking Pressure Valve: If the temperature and pressure (T&P) relief valve is leaking, it may not be able to properly regulate internal pressure, creating a risk of bursting.

  • Shaking or Rumbling: Loud rumbling or shaking from the tank can be a sign of extreme pressure buildup.

  • Excessive Heat: If the exterior of the water heater feels unusually hot to the touch, the unit may be overheating dangerously.

  • Rust-Colored Water: This can be a symptom of severe internal corrosion that compromises the tank's integrity.

If you notice any of these signs, especially a gas smell, you must act immediately. Shut off the gas supply to the water heater and call a professional plumber right away to prevent a potential disaster.

It takes between one and three hours to replace a hot water heater element, depending on whether you hire a pro or do the work yourself. For example, a professional plumber with all the necessary tools and experience can often finish the job in one to two hours, whereas DIY will take two to three hours because it'll involve more preparation and troubleshooting.

A water heater is one of the heaviest hitters in your home, and it needs as much power as possible to help it run efficiently and effectively.

Your water heater should be on its own dedicated circuit breaker, with no other power sources running to it. This is required to meet the National Electric Code–and to ensure it runs as efficiently as possible.

No state requires you to vent an electric water heater. Other installation requirements for water heaters will vary, though, depending on the state and local jurisdiction in which you live. Some places require permits, while others don’t. Some may force you to place the appliance a certain distance from any walls or other appliances, while others don't. When you find a local professional to install a water heater, this expert will ensure you follow all the local regulations.

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