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

Avatar for Jimmy Gusky Heating & Air LLC
Jimmy Gusky Heating & Air LLC
4.3(
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Water Heater - Repair or ServiceTankless Water Heater - InstallWater Heater - Repair or Service - For Business+6 more

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Great. The contractor from Jimmy Gusky arrived on time and within 45 minutes had provided a full inspection and determined the unit was fine and had simply malfunctioned temporarily during several extremely hot day.s. So this saved me many thousands of dollars. Great experience."
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Response time9 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for DAY & NIGHT PLUMBER LLC
DAY & NIGHT PLUMBER LLC
4.8(
94
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceSolar Water Heater System - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install+6 more

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed a water heater replacement due to a leak in our existing unit. The company came out promptly after our phone call, provided an estimate, and came back first thing the next morning with a new water heater to install. The owner and staff were patient in answering any questions that we had and did an amazing job cleaning up after they were finished with installation. They went above and beyond to ensure that we were very satisfied with their service. They never made us feel as if they were rushing to complete the job. We would highly recommend them!"
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Response time11 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for R Plumber, LLC
R Plumber, LLC
4.4(
259
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceTankless Water Heater - Install

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We had a pipe break in our first floor bathroom at 1:00 am on Sat and a lot of water poured out and the first floor was completely flooded. After contacting 3 other plumbers with no success because they were busy with other customers, I went to home advisers and requested emergency service from several plumbers in the area and Rene from R plumber called within 10 min and was at our house within the next hour (very prompt). We had no idea where the water was coming from and Rene was very upfront about what needed to be done as far as cutting holes in the wall to find the source. He cut one hole in the bathroom ceiling and found a pipe completely severed which he was able to fix an restore water. His customer service was superb. THANK YOU VERY MUCH RENE!"
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Plumbing Ground Work
Lavatory Rough-in
One shower with 2 valve
Broken Sewer pipe

+59

Response time6 hrs
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
3.9(
674
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceTankless Water Heater - InstallWater Heater - Repair or Service

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Great -- the plumber arrived within an hour or two of my husband calling and was able to locate the leak and repair it. He also found and repaired an additional issue that we did not even know we had (an attachment to our hot water heater that regulates water pressure needed replacement)."
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Hardin Services, Inc.
Hardin Services, Inc.
5.0(
5
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Water Heater - Repair or Service - For BusinessWater Heater - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"James is very punctual and thorough and does a very meticulous job. I highly highly recommend him. He explains everything he is doing and does not cut any corners and only does the best perfect work He gave me the best price out of five different plumbers for my water heater. Install at Price included the cost of the water heater, picking up the water heater and throwing away the old water heater. When I asked for his license and insurance information, he readily had it all on hand and provided it almost instantly I will have James back out very soon to complete more work for me"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Kozan Construction, LLC
Kozan Construction, LLC
4.6(
36
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceTankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Frank and his team at Kozan did an absolutely incredible job on my house replumb! We had to replace our 1980s polybutylene pipes as they were finally starting to leak, and knew it would be an invasive job. I had 5 companies come out and quote me - Kozan came in the most reasonable, but that wasn't the only reason I went with them. When Frank was here doing his estimate, he was the only guy who really looked at the pipes, and started putting together a plan; having worked construction myself, this is exactly what I would've done. All the others were in and out with a handshake and a couple pics. Regarding the work, they replumbed the house with minor intrusion, and even took care to cut the drywall stud-to-stud to make my patchwork a bit easier. They did everything they could to keep the water running to all the lines not being worked on, and cleaned everything up every day before they left. All-in-all the job was very well done, and Frank was a true professional. Thanks Frank!"
Master bathroom walls and floor
Travertine tiles on Master bathrom
Cabinets and Counter Top
Kitchen Cabinets and Counter Top
Master Bathroom With Shower

+16

Response time6 hrs
Response rate89%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Water Heaters FAQs, answered by experts

You should replace your gas water heater when it’s reached the end of its lifespan, which is a maximum of 12 years in most cases. If your unit is over a decade old and showing signs of inefficiency, leaks, or frequent malfunctions, it may be time to replace your water heater. Research how to best maintain your gas water heater to help extend its lifespan.

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.

An average-sized empty water heater weighs around 150 pounds. Tankless water heaters are much lighter, weighing between 10 and 50 pounds. The smaller size and added convenience come at a price, though—tankless water heaters average about twice the price of their traditional counterparts.

Electric water heaters do not need an attached vent, but the location of the water heater should allow for roughly 12 inches of clearance around it. This allows cool air to flow around the appliance and allows repair technicians to work on its components safely. The exact amount of clearance space required depends on your local building codes.

If your water heater continues to have issues, you may wonder how long an electric water heat lasts. On average, these units last between 10 to 15 years. Following a proper maintenance schedule can help the water heater live to the end of its average lifespan or longer.

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