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Cox Home Repair and Remodeling
4.7(
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Serving Start, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr Cox was very punctual and took care of our issue with our water leak. He has gained a loyal customer!! I highly recommend this gentleman for all plumbing and contractor needsâ ¦"
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
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James Plumbing Repair Company
3.5(
2
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Serving Start, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

James Plumbing Repair Company is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Discount Drain
5.0(
12
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Serving Start, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Discount Drain is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
5,688
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Serving Start, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"Service guy came as scheduled. Sent his "service" requirements to home base Home base calls back and lists, a very long list of what needs to be done and a very long list of what is not covered and what each item costs. The overall cost was outrageous and they weren't willing to give it to me in writing. Everything I had to pay for was overpriced, of course! They told me my other option would be to purchase my own water heater and they would reimburse me for what there water heater would cost, but no reimbursement for Labor, building permit, or any upgrades required by the local building department. The requirements of the building department were minimal. I went to Home Depot and had them do the installation and saved many hundreds of dollars. Lesson learned, have AHS do simpler repairs that don't require municipal building department approval. Have AHS pay for the equipment, and purchase installation from a trusted local installer."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
Russell Plumbing Repair
5.0(
3
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Serving Start, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Russell Plumbing Repair., is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n\n\n\n\n*5 Experience

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Gwin Plumbing Solutions
5.0(
1
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Serving Start, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With over 17 years of experience the Plumbing industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from water heaters to service work. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Gwin Plumbing Solutions a call today, we look forward to working with you!

Response time40 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Airsystem nela
5.0(
1
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Serving Start, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1973

Free estimates

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in installation, service, and repair, for your heating and cooling needs. Our company is built on honesty and integrity. We specialize in central A/C and cooling systems, as well as heating and furnace systems. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

Response time2 days
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
D. Ellis Plumbing Repair
3.8(
4
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Serving Start, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Credit card accepted

D. Ellis Plumbing Repair is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 2 years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

If you have a tank-type electric water heater, it runs regularly to keep the water at the desired temperature. If you live in a home where you don’t use much hot water, it could seem wasteful to run power to heat water that you’re using infrequently. You could save some power by using a smaller tank, insulating the tank, or lowering the temperature of the water heater.

You have more options for water heaters than ever before. The best one for your home depends on your hot water usage and budget. Some of the more common types of water heaters are the conventional gas heater, a heat pump water heater, or a tankless heater for smaller homes or those with less water demands. Some uncommon types are solar and point-of-use systems. Some homes may have a combination of two units, such as a large heat pump heater and a backup point-of-use system.

Basements, specifically those without any air conditioning, are the best location for a hybrid water heater. These rooms are less likely to experience extreme temperature fluctuations, which can affect your hybrid water heater’s efficiency and performance. Basements often have more than enough space for their tanks and proper air circulation. Hybrid water heaters can also be a bit noisy, but putting them in your basement will keep the noise away from your main living areas.

If your gas water heater is over 20 years old, it should be replaced. Gas water heaters can last up to 12 years and while they can exceed this expectancy if well-maintained, a heater that's 20 years old would require replacement. The heater is unlikely to run as efficiently as a new model and could be more expensive to do so.

The average cost to replace a water heater is around $1,325, with a typical range of $900 to $1,800 for a standard replacement. The final price depends on the type of heater (tank vs. tankless), its size, fuel source (gas or electric), and the complexity of the installation. A simple one-to-one replacement will be on the lower end of the cost spectrum. However, if you are switching from one type of heater or energy source to another, you can expect labor costs to be significantly higher due to the extra work involved. It's also worth considering that while gas and electric heaters may have similar upfront costs, their long-term operating costs can differ based on local utility prices.

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