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Q: Can you ask a pro what’s the best breaker size for your water heater?

• <div><p>If you are having trouble determining the right breaker size for your water heater, it is a great idea to contact an electrician near you to help. They can help you determine the best option for your home and install the circuit breaker for you, ensuring that you have all the proper permits and that your circuit breaker won&rsquo;t overload, which could lead to fire and other damage.</p></div>

Q: Can I switch from a gas water heater to electric or vice versa?

• <div><p>When replacing an old unit, you might want to switch from a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/gas-vs-electric-water-heaters.htm">gas water heater to an electric water heater</a> or vice versa. To do this, you will likely need to add infrastructure to the area. For example, you likely don&rsquo;t have a gas line that served your old electric water heater. You&rsquo;d have to call a plumber to put in a new gas line. If you&rsquo;re replacing a gas unit with an electric one, the plumber will need to safely cap the old gas line. You will then need an electrician to add wiring for the new electric unit.</p></div>

Q: What are the pros and cons of electric water heaters?

• <div><p>Every type of water heater has its advantages and disadvantages. Understanding those can help you decide the best type for your situation and budget. </p><p>Pros</p><ul><li><p>Safer than gas or propane</p></li><li><p>Doesn&rsquo;t require extensive venting systems</p></li><li><p>Lower upfront costs</p></li><li><p>Simpler to operate</p></li><li><p>No pilot light</p></li><li><p>Easier installation</p></li><li><p>More efficient heating than gas models</p></li><li><p>Available as point-of-use (POU) and whole-house units</p></li></ul><p>Cons</p><ul><li><p>Slower to heat water</p></li><li><p>Longer recovery time</p></li><li><p>Possibly higher operating costs</p></li><li><p>Doesn&rsquo;t work during a power outage</p></li><li><p>Costs can increase without a 240-volt connection</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: How big should a hot water heater expansion tank be?

• <div><p>The size needed for your expansion tank is determined by the size of your home's water heater. Expansion tanks are available in 2-gallon and 4.5-gallon sizes. A 2-gallon tank will be appropriate for water heaters up to 50 gallons. An adequately sized tank should have a volume that equals 2% to 5% of the water volume within the system. A plumber can evaluate your home's water pressure, water heater size, and other factors to provide suggestions for picking out the best expansion tank.</p></div>

Q: How do you know if your water heater is about to burst?

• <div><p>Water heaters seldom ever burst, but when they do, you should know the warning signs to protect your home. The biggest sign that your water heater is about to burst is a sulfuric smell. If your home inexplicably smells like rotten eggs, then this could be an indication of a gas leak in your gas water heater. If gas leaks out of the unit, it could ignite and cause an explosion, so you should immediately shut off the gas and call a plumber near you to inspect your water heater.</p></div>

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Last update on November 09, 2025

Reviewed in February 2025
They were quick to respond to my listing.. needing a water heater. Water in my basement. Price gauged by another companies estimate. Emotional wreck with an 8 month old. They came out and gave an appropriate estimate and were able to start right away. Same day install completed and even though...
BLANCHARD PLUMBING SERVICES, INC.
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Reviewed in October 2024
Philip and his crew did such a wonderful job installing a new heat pump system in my home, I later hired them to install a power vented hot water heater. Philip and his crew did an excellent job, which included venting the unit up directly through my roof (since venting out the side of the house...
Cassana HVAC LLC
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Reviewed in June 2024
My water heater let go & RCL had someone at my house the same day to install a new one. Highly recommended!
RCL Mechanical
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Reviewed in August 2023
Distinctive Plumbing did an excellent job at installing our hot water heater. He was professional, timely, excellent quality and good value. I would definitely hire him for future plumbing projects.
Distinctive plumbing
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Reviewed in December 2021
They installed a new hot water heater for me back in March. Nine months later, a part failed. Although the water heater was under warranty, Burke told me I would have to pay the labor but the manufacturer would reimburse me. The manufacturer refused and Burke Plumbing and Heating stepped and...
Burke Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2019
Did a great job on my water heater install, job was done timely for the quoted amount, would definitely recommend
Robert Fickert Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in September 2016
Matt Francis installed a Navien tankless water heater and I couldn't have been happier with the overall service and price. Approximately a year later the heater was not working. Knowing that I had three young children Matt immediately came to the home and ran a series of quick tests. He quickly...
MJF Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in April 2016
We had a water heater installed by another plumber. Leaks happened 3 times in two days after install. That plumber assumed it was a bad pressure valve or overall bad water heater (Rheem from Home Depot). It was neither. We called Mike Cambio (Priority Plumbing & Heating) for an opinion and...
Priority Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in May 2014
I received a very good price on the verbal estimate given on the day of the contractor's visit but never received a written estimate citing the model number of the water heater. I called several times to get the written estimate but never received one. I was impressed by the gentleman that came...
Platinum Home Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2014
Frank is very responsive. He returns phone calls promptly and is always on time. He is extremely knowledgeable and has worked on our home for many years - from clogged drainpipes to replacing a hot water heater to new plumbing in a remodeled bathroom. I give him my highest recommendation!
FRESSILLI PLUMBING
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