How much does water heater installation cost?

<div><p>The average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-water-heater-installation-cost.htm#">cost to install a new water heater</a> is around <b>$1,300</b>, but you can expect to pay between <b>$875 and $1,750</b>, depending on the kind of water heater, the size of the unit, and the professional chosen to complete the work. Tankless water heaters can push your price higher, as installation is more complicated, with prices as high as <b>$3,500</b>. The location and accessibility of your water heater will play a role in the project cost, as those sitting in tight spaces like a crawl space will drive up your labor costs.</p></div>

Should plumbers be certified or licensed?

<div><p>Yes, most states require plumbers to be licensed, and for good reason. Hiring an unlicensed plumber could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations. </p><p>As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include: </p><ul><li><p>The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check</p></li><li><p>Required to have applicable state and local licenses</p></li><li><p>Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review</p></li><li><p>Paying to advertise their services</p></li><li><p>Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi</p></li></ul><p> Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.</p></div>

How long does it usually take to install a water heater?

<div><p>It usually takes a professional water heater installer between <b>two and three hours</b> to remove an existing water heater and install a new tank heater. However, it could take <b>four to five hours</b> if they have to work in a small utility closet or another tight area, like a crawl space. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-are-pros-and-cons-tankless-water-heaters.htm">Tankless water heaters</a> have a more complicated installation process, so they will take a bit longer. Additionally, a gas water heater requires a connection to a gas line, and that alone can add about an hour to the installation timeline compared to installing an electric water heater.</p></div>

Is it hard to install your own water heater?

<div><p>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.</p></div>

How much do plumbers typically charge?

<div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/plumber-cost.htm">The average cost to hire a plumber</a> is around <b>$100 </b>an hour but can vary between<b> $45 and $200</b> an hour depending on the plumber’s experience and the repair that you need. It’s also important to note that these prices can go up on holidays, and emergency plumber rates average <b>$150 </b>per hour, in addition to a flat-rate trip fee of <b>$100 to $350</b>. </p></div>

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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Customers say: Super punctual

105 local quotes requested

90 years of experience

When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

"They wanted $420 for a one-hour drain clean out. And that was with a $75 "coupon". Ha! I told them to get lost. With one phone call to another plumber and I found same thing for $150. Roto-Rooter must be a group of lawyers who do plumbing in their free time."

Chris M on August 2024

When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

"They wanted $420 for a one-hour drain clean out. And that was with a $75 "coupon". Ha! I told them to get lost. With one phone call to another plumber and I found same thing for $150. Roto-Rooter must be a group of lawyers who do plumbing in their free time."

Chris M on August 2024

TechPro Mechanical, LLC

222 Gradle Drive, Unit 1

TechPro Mechanical, LLC

222 Gradle Drive, Unit 1

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

19 local quotes requested

TechPro Mechanical is a leading plumbing service contractor that provides high-quality and reliable plumbing solutions for commercial, and industrial clients. With a team of experienced and licensed plumbers, TechPro Mechanical is committed to delivering exceptional customer service workmanship.

"A quick repair experience."

Steve L on December 2023

TechPro Mechanical is a leading plumbing service contractor that provides high-quality and reliable plumbing solutions for commercial, and industrial clients. With a team of experienced and licensed plumbers, TechPro Mechanical is committed to delivering exceptional customer service workmanship.

"A quick repair experience."

Steve L on December 2023

Nichols Plumbing Services

7266 E County Rd 400 S

Nichols Plumbing Services

7266 E County Rd 400 S

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

20 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Very good service, quick, prompt, and fixed the issue the day after Christmas. Great customer service as well."

Sylvia S on January 2023

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Very good service, quick, prompt, and fixed the issue the day after Christmas. Great customer service as well."

Sylvia S on January 2023

A local handyman based out of Sullivan Indiana. I specialize in electrical, plumbing, remodeling, clean up, and odd jobs. No job is too small, and I offer free quotes on any job.

Wabash Valley Plumbing

487 E COUNY ROAD 1200 N

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Wabash Valley Plumbing

487 E COUNY ROAD 1200 N

5.00(

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

We specialize in plumbing repairs, inspections, installations, water heaters, faucets, toilet repair/replacement and more. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate/diagnosis today!

"The tech was very knowledgeable and helpful! Was able to get a higher seating toilet for my nana. New shut off valve, stool bolts and a self closing toilet seat. Would highly recommend Wabash Valley Plumbing. I've found a plumber who's isn't trying to rip people off."

Travis W on May 2023

We specialize in plumbing repairs, inspections, installations, water heaters, faucets, toilet repair/replacement and more. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate/diagnosis today!

"The tech was very knowledgeable and helpful! Was able to get a higher seating toilet for my nana. New shut off valve, stool bolts and a self closing toilet seat. Would highly recommend Wabash Valley Plumbing. I've found a plumber who's isn't trying to rip people off."

Travis W on May 2023

B&B Handyman Services

2119 Arleth St

No reviews

B&B Handyman Services

2119 Arleth St

No reviews

Free onsite estimate

Small owner-operated company, over eight years of experience combined with completion of the Construction Technology program at Ivy Tech. Roofing, siding, decks, fence repair/installation, minor plumbing/electrical, flooring, door/window installation/replacement, cabinets/countertops and more.

R E Fleming is a complete construction and handyman services company. We offer professional trade work for residential and commercial projects and we are fluent in most construction trades including plumbing and electrical. Our scope of work ranges from repairing a hole in your wall to building or refinishing decks, installation of plumbing and electrical fixtures. We are always professional and always affordable. Licensed and insured.

Bath Planet of Indianapolis

Bath Planet of Indianapolis

Customers say: Super punctual

42 years of experience

Thank you for visiting our company. We have been here for 37 years servicing Indiana. Call today.

"This is only a limited summary. Buyer, especially seniors, BEWARE! Average product, but very poor installation quality and workmanship. BCI-BathPlanet of Indianapolis arrived an hour late without calling, and no return calls from the office, sales rep., or service manager. They damaged three areas of an adjoining wall into another room using a Sawzall. And, they left without telling me. I had to cleanup the paint and drywall debris. The next day they arrived, and I showed they the damage. They admitted they damaged the wall using the Sawzall. I withheld $500 of my payment. It should have been at least $4,000. They promised the following business day, a Monday, they would have someone call to make the repair that day, but they did not show and did not call. When I called their Customer Service, BCI-BathPlanet would not return my calls total of about 20 times. I had to stop by their office twice but they claimed "there was nothing they could do" to make the service manager return calls. They refused to have the owner call me. Our sales rep. used deceptive sales practices by claiming to be a part-owner. The office told me he was not a part owner. When I visited the office they said I could only talk with the service manager. Shower shelves fell off the walls. Caulking was very poor. After almost three months they finally attempted to make some initial repairs. So.e were satisfactory, but others were so bad I had them remove parts of the decorative trim because they said "it was the best they could do"."

Mark J on June 2023

Thank you for visiting our company. We have been here for 37 years servicing Indiana. Call today.

"This is only a limited summary. Buyer, especially seniors, BEWARE! Average product, but very poor installation quality and workmanship. BCI-BathPlanet of Indianapolis arrived an hour late without calling, and no return calls from the office, sales rep., or service manager. They damaged three areas of an adjoining wall into another room using a Sawzall. And, they left without telling me. I had to cleanup the paint and drywall debris. The next day they arrived, and I showed they the damage. They admitted they damaged the wall using the Sawzall. I withheld $500 of my payment. It should have been at least $4,000. They promised the following business day, a Monday, they would have someone call to make the repair that day, but they did not show and did not call. When I called their Customer Service, BCI-BathPlanet would not return my calls total of about 20 times. I had to stop by their office twice but they claimed "there was nothing they could do" to make the service manager return calls. They refused to have the owner call me. Our sales rep. used deceptive sales practices by claiming to be a part-owner. The office told me he was not a part owner. When I visited the office they said I could only talk with the service manager. Shower shelves fell off the walls. Caulking was very poor. After almost three months they finally attempted to make some initial repairs. So.e were satisfactory, but others were so bad I had them remove parts of the decorative trim because they said "it was the best they could do"."

Mark J on June 2023

Neli Virtual Appliance Repair

Neli Virtual Appliance Repair

Customers say: Super punctual

31352 local quotes requested

NEW! Appliance Consultation – Just $35 Get expert advice before you spend on repairs or replacements. A Neli technician will evaluate your issue and help you decide if your appliance can be fixed—or if it’s time for a new one. Virtual Appliance Diagnosis and Repair - Just $45 Service Description: Diagnose or repair your appliance virtually—no need for anyone to enter your home. Neli’s certified technicians guide you step-by-step via secure video chat. How It Works: Book online at nelihome.com or call 833-876-0900 Connect with a tech through our video platform Diagnose or fix the issue in real time Get expert advice and confidence in your next steps What’s Included: Real-time video guidance from a certified technician Diagnosis of the issue OR full repair (when possible) Step-by-step guidance using your smartphone or tablet Safe, contact-free service - no one in your home Flexible scheduling—appointments available daily Perfect For: Appliance fixes HVAC troubleshooting DIY-savvy homeowners Saving time and money on service calls

"Excellent service for a virtual format. Would definitely recommend this very affordable alternative to the traditional technician having to come to your home to evaluate and fix a malfunctioning appliance."

Celeste G on July 2025

NEW! Appliance Consultation – Just $35 Get expert advice before you spend on repairs or replacements. A Neli technician will evaluate your issue and help you decide if your appliance can be fixed—or if it’s time for a new one. Virtual Appliance Diagnosis and Repair - Just $45 Service Description: Diagnose or repair your appliance virtually—no need for anyone to enter your home. Neli’s certified technicians guide you step-by-step via secure video chat. How It Works: Book online at nelihome.com or call 833-876-0900 Connect with a tech through our video platform Diagnose or fix the issue in real time Get expert advice and confidence in your next steps What’s Included: Real-time video guidance from a certified technician Diagnosis of the issue OR full repair (when possible) Step-by-step guidance using your smartphone or tablet Safe, contact-free service - no one in your home Flexible scheduling—appointments available daily Perfect For: Appliance fixes HVAC troubleshooting DIY-savvy homeowners Saving time and money on service calls

"Excellent service for a virtual format. Would definitely recommend this very affordable alternative to the traditional technician having to come to your home to evaluate and fix a malfunctioning appliance."

Celeste G on July 2025

35 years of experience

Full service professional handyman service with over 25 years in business