Does homeowners insurance cover a water heater?

• <div><p>Homeowners' insurance covers water heaters under certain circumstances. If your water heater is damaged due to a covered event, like a fire or burst pipe, your policy may pay for repairs or replacement. However, insurance won’t cover wear and tear, old age, or neglect. If a malfunctioning water heater causes water damage, your policy may help with cleanup and repairs, but not fixing or replacing the heater itself unless the damage resulted from a covered event.</p></div>

Is ventilation necessary for water heaters?

• <div><p>Not all <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-of-water-heaters.htm">types of water heaters</a> 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. </p></div>

Does a water softener ruin a water heater?

• <div><p>The chemicals in a water softener can wear down the anode rod in the heater and shorten its life span. However, for most people, the benefits of the softener outweigh this potential drawback.</p><p>Have a plumber inspect the anode rod annually for damage, as replacing the anode rod is far less expensive than replacing the entire water heater. </p></div>

Can a water heater element be replaced without draining the tank?

• <div><p>No, you’ll need to drain the tank before changing a water heater element, as the water heater element sticks through the side of the tank and uses a gasket to prevent water from pouring out. However, you don’t always need to drain it completely. If you’re only replacing the upper heating element, you can drain the tank until the water line is below the element. If you’re replacing the lower element, you’ll need to drain the whole thing. </p></div>

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Last update on October 04, 2025

Reviewed in February 2016
They were honest and straightforward. Had been "cold contacted" by another chimney company who told me I needed $6500 worth of repairs and that my gas hot water heater might cause my house to blow up if it was not fixed. Master Chimney Sweepers did the same inspection and said my hot water...
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Reviewed in April 2016
Master Chimney Sweepers have been top notch time after time. We have used them several times and every experience has been amazing. We use them to install all our high efficiency liners for our HVAC systems. We have also refereed them out to other clients who have also had nothing but great...
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Reviewed in December 2018
Mark was punctual, and professional. He was very good at explaining the process. Cleaned both flues, and did an inspection of the chimney, and water heater venting. He noted all the things that needed fixing, but didn't try to sell me on any of them. He did good job explaining they what and why...
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Reviewed in January 2015
It all went quite well. On the call to set-up the appointment it was clearly explained what they would do, including a call to confirm the appointment. The technician arrived within the expected service window. He outlined what he would do, the concerns he had about what he might find...
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Reviewed in May 2022
Our plumber and his assistant were professional, highly knowledgeable, and highly skilled. They cleaned up afterwards, too. We are very happy with Papalia and look forward to their servicing our furnace and air conditioner in the future as well as attending to our future plumbing needs. A...
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Reviewed in May 2013
The water heater failed suddenly, as they always seem to do. I contacted a few places, but Papalia was by far the quickest to respond and highly professional. They gave us options, recommendations, easily replaced the water heater, and took the old one away. The process was so easy with them. We...
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Reviewed in July 2008
I called them at night and they were there the next morning to install the water heater. They are extremely responsive and professional in their work. They were timely.
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Reviewed in February 2017
Very well. These were the second people who informed us that our direct heating was on an older system, and we should go with a hot water tank. He was able to give us a quote for the job and schedule a date to install it while he was here. They made the process very easy to manage. They use flat...
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Reviewed in January 2020
We have worked with Papalia on a few things and have had an amazing experience with the entire team! Install an old radiator -- Excellent install with no surprises. They found a couple of issues that I would not have caught. avoiding a big mess in the future. Installed a new water heater --...
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Reviewed in September 2020
Very easy and professional to work with. Arrived on time and took everything away after job was done. Very pleased would hire again.
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Mouradian Plumbing & Heating

Mouradian Plumbing & Heating

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

53 local quotes requested

With over 20 years of experience, boilers and water heaters are our specialty. - High Efficiency and Combination Boilers - Tankless Water Heaters - Heat Pump Water Heaters - Steam Boilers - Standard Hot Water Boilers - Standard Tank Water Heaters

"The owner Eric was very responsive. He came over to measure and give me a quote very quickly and was able to have the work done the next morning. Kyle and Charlie that did the work did a good job, were professional, did clean work. They did a good job helping me understand the process."

Ben B on July 2024

"The owner Eric was very responsive. He came over to measure and give me a quote very quickly and was able to have the work done the next morning. Kyle and Charlie that did the work did a good job, were professional, did clean work. They did a good job helping me understand the process."

Ben B on July 2024

Rivers Plumbing and Heating

Rivers Plumbing and Heating

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 95% of Angi customers

12 local quotes requested

With 20 years of plumbing experience, Mike Rivers of Rivers Plumbing and Heating is committed to providing his clients with professional, efficient and reliable plumbing services with quality workmanship and at a fair price. Additional email - [email protected].

"Mike is awesome! Professional, polite, and friendly. I tried to DIY my toilet repair but after getting pretty far down the road decided not to risk making a big mistake and called him. He was super responsive, fixed the problem quickly, and charged me a fair price. I've been looking for a new plumber who will be my plumber from now on, and now I've found him. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!"

Jackie B on October 2022

"Mike is awesome! Professional, polite, and friendly. I tried to DIY my toilet repair but after getting pretty far down the road decided not to risk making a big mistake and called him. He was super responsive, fixed the problem quickly, and charged me a fair price. I've been looking for a new plumber who will be my plumber from now on, and now I've found him. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!"

Jackie B on October 2022

Super Service Today Inc

Super Service Today Inc

Customers say: Super punctual

213 local quotes requested

15 years of experience

Super Service Today is a full service plumbing and drain cleaning company. Our team is experienced and fully equipped to solve your problem. We are your regular plumber's drain cleaning professional. Your home or business will be treated as if it were our own! Customer service is our number one priority and you will see first hand when you call! We take the time to really listen and understand your goals and needs to make sure you are fully satisfied with the service you receive. Our service experts are trained to offer long term solutions that will best work for you and your family. We are a family owned and locally operated company serving Middlesex County, Essex County, Suffolk County and surrounding communities. Super Service Today, Inc. specializes in all aspects of plumbing, gas work, residential heating, drain cleaning, sewer repairs and main water service relays. We are available to assist you with all of your plumbing requirements from faucet installs to sewer replacements. We are solution experts that you only need to call once. Give us a call today to see how we can help you with all of your plumbing needs. We do not service Window AC units.

"No they are rip off They pray on the elderly saying things are ticking time bonb!"

Mike T on September 2025

"No they are rip off They pray on the elderly saying things are ticking time bonb!"

Mike T on September 2025

J. Griffin Heating & Plumbing, Inc.

J. Griffin Heating & Plumbing, Inc.

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

78 local quotes requested

J. Griffin Heating & Plumbing, Inc is your one stop for plumbing, heating services and boiler system installations. With over 35 years of experiences we are family owned and operated and are committed to quality from the beginning to the end of your project. While it is tempting to troubleshoot your own repairs, it's important to rely on a knowledgeable local heating specialist and plumber to handle your job instead. When you hire J. Griffin Heating & Plumbing, Inc., you won't have to lift a finger. You can rest assured we'll resolve your heating and plumbing problems as quickly as possible. We are a Navien Service Specialist (NSS). Contact us today! We look forward to earning your business.

"Well done."

Ricky P on February 2025

"Well done."

Ricky P on February 2025

Morris Heating & Air Conditioning

Morris Heating & Air Conditioning

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 95% of Angi customers

52 local quotes requested

Morris Heating & Air Conditioning is proud to be Essex County’s most trusted HVAC team since 1998. Whether you need AC or heater maintenance, repairs, or complete replacements and new installations, the local company can handle it. Expect quality work and customer care every time. Morris Heating & Air Conditioning responds quickly, arrives as scheduled, and leaves no mess behind. Additionally, the company is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for any emergency heating or cooling in Ipswich or the surrounding areas. Call now to request a service. Morris Heating & Air Conditioning has financing options and special rebates in place to help with budget concerns. Ask about their maintenance plans and online coupons as well to get instant savings.

"Fast, efficient."

David O on December 2024

"Fast, efficient."

David O on December 2024

Milltown Plumbing, Heating, AC, Drain Cleaning & Electrical

Milltown Plumbing, Heating, AC, Drain Cleaning & Electrical

Customers say: Quality work

77 local quotes requested

46 years of experience

At MillTown Plumbing, Heating, AC, Drain Cleaning & Electrical, we know the value of prompt, professional and reliable services and look forward to serving your needs in the Merrimack Valley. We're a same day/next day service company offering quality work and unbeatable service.

"I used to like them. Use them for my big install of backup basement sump pump. This time, I was out of the country, my rental property in MA needs a toilet fix. It was a standard water tank leak and we need to replace the inside mechanism. Milltown came and said 'rebulid the toilet', my wife authorize them to do it as I was not reachable at the time their plumber was at the rental property. They were in and out according to my tenant for at most 45 min, rebuilding two toilet tank and fixed the leak. The bill came to be 1200, $600 a toilet. One line item on the receipt is $470 for the kit they use to replace the plastic mechanism inside the water tank. I casually google the kit, I can get a universal sup kit for the toilet to replace that for $20. I called them, manager came on gave me that talk - we did hundreds of toilet leak and we average all of them to come up with the cost for that line item, which includes (a) parts (b) labor (c) our service guarantee for a prompt and reliable service Say they charge $200 /hr labor, 1 hr for two toilet is $100 labor for 1 toilet (remember, the plumber was there like 30-45 min rebuilding the two toilet). Say total parts are $100 (with markup), we are talking about $200 for fixing the leak of 1 toilet. They charged almost $600 for one toilet. You can do that math. I expect some up charge, but I am not paying $300 just for getting prompt reliable service. I turned around and asked for a few reliable plumber quote from Thumbstack with great reviews, most can do the job for $200 labor and I can get them the universal kit they will be able to come on the same day. So maybe if you want Milltown to do bigger job, that is ok. For smaller job, it does not worth it. Replacing the toilet flush mechanism is really not rocket science in plumbing. If I am not thousands of miles away, I would have done it myself after watching some Youtube video. I am willing to pay up charge for the service, but this is really above and beyond the normal up charge range, $1200 for a 30 min job replacing the toilet flushing mechanism in the water tank!!"

STEVE L on October 2024

"I used to like them. Use them for my big install of backup basement sump pump. This time, I was out of the country, my rental property in MA needs a toilet fix. It was a standard water tank leak and we need to replace the inside mechanism. Milltown came and said 'rebulid the toilet', my wife authorize them to do it as I was not reachable at the time their plumber was at the rental property. They were in and out according to my tenant for at most 45 min, rebuilding two toilet tank and fixed the leak. The bill came to be 1200, $600 a toilet. One line item on the receipt is $470 for the kit they use to replace the plastic mechanism inside the water tank. I casually google the kit, I can get a universal sup kit for the toilet to replace that for $20. I called them, manager came on gave me that talk - we did hundreds of toilet leak and we average all of them to come up with the cost for that line item, which includes (a) parts (b) labor (c) our service guarantee for a prompt and reliable service Say they charge $200 /hr labor, 1 hr for two toilet is $100 labor for 1 toilet (remember, the plumber was there like 30-45 min rebuilding the two toilet). Say total parts are $100 (with markup), we are talking about $200 for fixing the leak of 1 toilet. They charged almost $600 for one toilet. You can do that math. I expect some up charge, but I am not paying $300 just for getting prompt reliable service. I turned around and asked for a few reliable plumber quote from Thumbstack with great reviews, most can do the job for $200 labor and I can get them the universal kit they will be able to come on the same day. So maybe if you want Milltown to do bigger job, that is ok. For smaller job, it does not worth it. Replacing the toilet flush mechanism is really not rocket science in plumbing. If I am not thousands of miles away, I would have done it myself after watching some Youtube video. I am willing to pay up charge for the service, but this is really above and beyond the normal up charge range, $1200 for a 30 min job replacing the toilet flushing mechanism in the water tank!!"

STEVE L on October 2024

Genove Oil & Air Co

Genove Oil & Air Co

Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 93% of Angi customers

91 local quotes requested

Genove Oil & Air provides Bioheat & oil delivery as well as residential and commercial installation/service for oil & gas heating units, water heaters, heat pumps, central A/C and ductless HVAC systems. As a complete energy company, we offer our customers modern energy efficient heating and cooling options. We take pride in what we do, making excellent customer service our top priority! Based in Waltham, serving Eastern Massachusetts, Metrowest, and Greater Boston since 1977.

"I would not hire these guys again"

Ali A on November 2024

"I would not hire these guys again"

Ali A on November 2024

Village Home Services

Village Home Services

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

88 local quotes requested

Village Home Services formally known as Village Electric and Village HVAC. We stand at the intersection of expertise and community spirit. With our plumbing, electrical, and HVAC services, we go beyond fixing problems; we enrich lives, one home at a time. In our village, your comfort and safety are our top priorities.

"Craig was friendly, informative and very efficient. I would definitely hire them and recommend them to friends."

Gina R on September 2025

"Craig was friendly, informative and very efficient. I would definitely hire them and recommend them to friends."

Gina R on September 2025

Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical

Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical

Customers say: Super punctual

652 local quotes requested

36 years of experience

Live Your Most Comfortable Life with a Company You Trust. We offer Same Day Service and Next Day Installation! Sila has been the center of delighting homeowners since 1989, with our team of engineers, certified technicians, and system designers that are proud to deliver the highest level of expertise in the HVAC industry. Whether it’s a repair, replacement, installation, or service, we have an unwavering commitment to keeping you and your family comfortable and safe — season after season. We guarantee satisfaction and are proud to have earned over 7,000 “A” ratings on Angie’s List and its prestigious Super Service Award!

"Charged $2,000 (that's right, $2,000!) to install a new sprayer faucet and soap dispenser in Boston. $1,500 went to labor, which took less than 2 hours. I'm sorry, but $750/hr is outrageous. I did pay it because I wanted to expedite solving the problem for the tenants, but I now regret as their dishwasher is not working and I suspect the plumber failed to reconnect everything probably."

Joel R on August 2025

"Charged $2,000 (that's right, $2,000!) to install a new sprayer faucet and soap dispenser in Boston. $1,500 went to labor, which took less than 2 hours. I'm sorry, but $750/hr is outrageous. I did pay it because I wanted to expedite solving the problem for the tenants, but I now regret as their dishwasher is not working and I suspect the plumber failed to reconnect everything probably."

Joel R on August 2025

Floros Plumbing and Heating

Floros Plumbing and Heating

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 97% of Angi customers

53 local quotes requested

Thank you for your interest, we will be out of the office from December 23rd to January 8th. We will resume regular business on January 9th, 2020. Please feel free to leave a message or request a quote and we will be in contact with you as soon as we return. Plumbing experience of over 20 years. 24 hour emergency service. All calls personally answered. Three time Super Service Award winning company. Winner of the 2013 Angie's List Best Contractor Award.

"An excellent, fast and highly professional service. I highly recommend!"

Dimiter A on September 2025

"An excellent, fast and highly professional service. I highly recommend!"

Dimiter A on September 2025

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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

Homeowners' insurance covers water heaters under certain circumstances. If your water heater is damaged due to a covered event, like a fire or burst pipe, your policy may pay for repairs or replacement. However, insurance won’t cover wear and tear, old age, or neglect. If a malfunctioning water heater causes water damage, your policy may help with cleanup and repairs, but not fixing or replacing the heater itself unless the damage resulted from a covered event.

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.

Heat pump water heaters, also known as hybrid water heaters, are the most efficient types of water heaters—both in terms of carbon emission and energy efficiency. This type of water heater utilizes as little as half of the energy of a traditional water heater while releasing no direct emissions. Tankless water heaters are also extremely efficient, although slightly less so than hybrid heaters.

The chemicals in a water softener can wear down the anode rod in the heater and shorten its life span. However, for most people, the benefits of the softener outweigh this potential drawback.

Have a plumber inspect the anode rod annually for damage, as replacing the anode rod is far less expensive than replacing the entire water heater.

No, you’ll need to drain the tank before changing a water heater element, as the water heater element sticks through the side of the tank and uses a gasket to prevent water from pouring out. However, you don’t always need to drain it completely. If you’re only replacing the upper heating element, you can drain the tank until the water line is below the element. If you’re replacing the lower element, you’ll need to drain the whole thing.

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