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Avatar for Aqua Knight Plumbing Co.
Aqua Knight Plumbing Co.
5.0(
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Serving Wheeling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Great experience with Aqua Knight. Walked through the estimate on Saturday. Came first thing Monday and knocked it out. Would recommend them for anyone needing a new hot water heater."
Camera Inspection
Hydro Jetting
Van Set Up
Pressure Cleaning
New shutoff valve

+127

Response time2 hrs
85 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by55%of homeowners
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Toptec Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical, Inc.
4.4(
613
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Serving Wheeling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"TopTec responded immediately, scheduled the appointment for 8AM the next business day. Jason the plumber arrived early, concisely explained his planned actions, coordinated with other trades, professionally executed the installation of the tankless heater with minimal disruptions, cleaned up and left a happy customer. Toptec did an excellent job, for my next plumbing issue I will call Jason at Toptec."
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Barrington Geothermal Lake Heat Exchangers
Barrington Geothermal - WaterFurnace Geothermal Heating/Cooling Systems with Desuperheaters

+48

16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning
4.3(
3,283
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Serving Wheeling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"On November 15th Chicago was hit with some extreme wind gusts that caused my water heater pilot light to extinguish. I thought this was a simple reset, but the problem was more complicated. I learned the electrode was defective. Had I undertaken this project as a DIY, I would have spent more time than I would have cared to try to figure out why I could not get a flame for my water heater. I was smart to call Four Seasons. My technician figured out the problem quickly. There are times when calling a professional makes sense. I am not an expert on water heaters outside of knowing how to turn it on, clean it periodically, and knowing when I need a new one. Thank you Four Seasons for responding quickly and bringing me hot water."
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30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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FLORYTE SERVICES LLC
5.0(
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Serving Wheeling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

FLORYTE SERVICES LLC is the leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!\n

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+2

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S A V Plumbing, Inc.
4.9(
346
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Serving Wheeling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would recommend Andrey to anyone who is in need of replacing their water heater or any other plumbing work. He is very professional and knowledgable and works for a very fair price. He gave me great tips on how to maintain my new water heater and made sure everything was to my satisfaction before he left. Thank you!"
Powder room
Smart toilet
Jacuzzi
Mechanical room
Shower

+12

Response time50 mins
Response rate96%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J&S Plumbing, Inc.
4.6(
883
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Serving Wheeling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were great! Called at the agreed upon time frame, carried new water heater downstairs and removed old one and took away! Install was smooth and I had them booked in one day! Finally an honest plumber!"
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

Most standard residential water heaters, which are typically around 40 gallons and use 240 volts and between 3,500 and 5,500 watts, require a 30-amp, two-pole circuit breaker. For smaller, point-of-use water heaters using 120 volts and between 1,500 and 3,000 watts, a 30-amp breaker is also often adequate. However, some models may have different needs; units that use more watts than average may require a 40-amp breaker, while smaller units might only need a 20-amp breaker. Newer, tankless, or more energy-efficient models can also require a higher amperage. Having the correct breaker size is crucial for safe and efficient operation, so it's best to consult a licensed electrician to determine the specific needs of your water heater.

While heat pump water heaters are more expensive than gas-powered water heaters, the ROI is higher for heat pump units. Not only are heat pump water heaters more energy efficient, meaning immediate savings on your energy bill, but they also last longer than traditional gas versions, meaning you won't have to buy them as often.

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.

The average cost to install a new water heater is approximately $1,300, with a typical price range between $880 and $1,800. The final cost depends on several factors, including the type and size of the unit, its location and accessibility, and the amount of labor required. For example, installing a unit in a tight space like a crawl space can increase labor costs. The type of water heater significantly impacts the price: while a conventional gas heater might cost less than $1,000, tankless models can cost around $2,600 to install (and up to $3,500), and solar heaters can cost upwards of $3,700. Other factors that can affect the total price include the fuel type, vent system requirements, permits, and whether any additional plumbing work or repairs from previous water heater damage are needed.

The right way to vent a gas water heater is to have a pipe directly upward or slopes upward out of the house. Because hot air naturally rises, this type of venting will efficiently ensure that all gas moves out of the house. Your system may rely on fans or blowers as well.

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