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Q: Will a larger water heater require a larger circuit breaker?

• <div><p>A <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-size-breaker-for-water-heater.htm">larger heater requires a larger breaker</a>&mdash;unless there&rsquo;s one already installed. The longer answer to this question is more nuanced. Do you place demands on the heater at the same time as running other heavy-duty appliances like ovens and washing machines? Do you live in an older home that may not have considered the higher electrical demands we have now? Breakers need to be sized at 125% of the load. To find that load, you should call a <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/electrical/">local electrical pro</a>. </p></div>

Q: What size tankless water heater to replace a 50-gallon water heater?

• <div><p>A tankless water heater with a flow rate of 10 GPM should replace a conventional 50-gallon water heater. To avoid a surprise cold shower or two and to keep your energy costs in check, it's important to replace a conventional tanked water heater with the equivalent tankless water heater. Your household size and the number of hot-water-using devices you use at once can help you determine the best-size tankless water heater. </p></div>

Q: How do I know when it's time to replace a hot water heater?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/when-should-i-replace-my-water-heater.htm">average lifespan of a water heater</a> is eight to 12 years. If your water heater is approaching its first decade of life and is giving you problems, talk to a plumber about your replacement options.</p><p>Keep in mind that certain parts of a water heater, such as the anode rod, may need replacement long before the heater itself. An anode rod often has a lifespan of three to five years.</p></div>

Q: How long do heat pump water heaters last?

• <div><p>Traditional gas or electric water heaters last an average of six to 11 years. However, with excellent maintenance, they can last up to 15 years. Heat pump water heaters, on the other hand, last an average of between 12 and 15 years and potentially longer with proper maintenance. In both cases, your home's water quality can be a determining factor regarding the lifespan of your water heater.</p></div>

Q: How do I know if my water heater needs replacement?

• <div><p>Unusual noises, lack of hot water supply, efficiency loss, and visible leaks are signs of necessary replacement beyond mere repair.</p></div>

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Last update on May 27, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
I had no idea my back gutters were so full of gunk until we had an extreme amount of rain in a short time. The water was overflowing no flowing down the downspouts. I just so happened to catch this company working on another house and I went out on a limb and asked for help. They finished their...
Highland Construction
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Reviewed in May 2025
Tim did a great job. He was quick to answer my call, and was here within a week. In a hour and 1/2 he power washed my two story house, 2 small porches, 1 large porch and a sidewalk. Did a great job! I will use him again and recommend him to my friends and neighbors. He used his own water and was...
T and B Services
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Reviewed in June 2019
He never returned my call after I had already told him I was interested in having him do the work. I waited until 2 more days before contacting Sheaffer's Mechanical to replace my water heater. I would still consider AJB in the future for other work needing done.
AJB Mechanical Heating and Cooling, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2017
Over the last year and a half, the guys at Potomac Plumbing have done a number of upgrades and installations for our two renovation projects, one on city water, one on a well & septic tank - and they've done a good job for a good price on all of it. They've installed a pressure tank,...
Potomac Plumbing
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Reviewed in August 2014
Not great - the owner of the business knows what he's doing, but HE didn't come out and do the work. Two very young kids came out and they didn't know what they were doing! The A/C unit is in our basement, and it's supposed to drain any excess water. It doesn't! When the A/C is on, it smells...
Service Unlimited Inc
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Reviewed in May 2014
Required a backhoe to dig in the yard to hook up a new water line. I did not have water for over 21 days. He did a good job. Big job. Price was very reasonable.
Leo Lease Plumbing
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Reviewed in January 2014
VanMeter himself answers his phone, a rarity these days. He was able to work my home in despite a heavy workload during a freezing spell that left many homes without gas and water in our area. When other companies were saying it would be days before they could give a quote, or were coming to...
VANMETER CONSTRUCTION LLC
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Reviewed in October 2013
I had to have one large board on one side removed and put a new one on, and they put it up wrong. The water is running in between the spouting and the house and it is running underneath the front of the porch. It is causing a lot of damage.
RUSCO HOME IMPROVEMENTS
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Reviewed in July 2013
My husband had gotten a written estimate from Tim Fink about a year earlier to have AC & furnace replaced in our home. Tim was gracious enough to honor the estimate and even replaced the water heater @ the price quoted for just the furnace and AC, which of course, he didn't have to do. The guys...
FINK HEATING & COOLING
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Reviewed in July 2013
Ok, however they didn't clean up afterwards (a good bit of water and residue from cutting pipes left on the floor). Also, the price seemed high for what they did. <br />
Twigg Plumbling & Heating
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Solar Water Heater System - InstallTankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For Business+6 more

Serving Lonaconing, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

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"He was able to quickly diagnose that the water leak from the water heater was a result of a ruptured tank, resulting in the need to replace the entire water heater."

Recommended by81%of homeowners

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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

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Solar Water Heater System - InstallTankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For Business+6 more

Serving Lonaconing, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"The yearly service works out to be $50 a month. We've had two water heaters replaced through them because of a fault in them. They're usually very responsive. I like that I can request the service online. The only thing is, I wish that there was a better avenue for emergency services. If something doesn't work right away usually it takes a couple of days to get someone out and sometimes you can't wait two days without water."

Recommended by65%of homeowners

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Germain HVAC, LLC

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Water Heater - Repair or Service

Serving Lonaconing, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!\n

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Ferguson Services

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Tankless Water Heater - InstallWater Heater - Install or Replace

Serving Lonaconing, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. \nWe offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. \nWe pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. \nWe look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

A larger heater requires a larger breaker—unless there’s one already installed. The longer answer to this question is more nuanced. Do you place demands on the heater at the same time as running other heavy-duty appliances like ovens and washing machines? Do you live in an older home that may not have considered the higher electrical demands we have now? Breakers need to be sized at 125% of the load. To find that load, you should call a local electrical pro.

A tankless water heater with a flow rate of 10 GPM should replace a conventional 50-gallon water heater. To avoid a surprise cold shower or two and to keep your energy costs in check, it's important to replace a conventional tanked water heater with the equivalent tankless water heater. Your household size and the number of hot-water-using devices you use at once can help you determine the best-size tankless water heater.

The average lifespan of a water heater is eight to 12 years. If your water heater is approaching its first decade of life and is giving you problems, talk to a plumber about your replacement options.

Keep in mind that certain parts of a water heater, such as the anode rod, may need replacement long before the heater itself. An anode rod often has a lifespan of three to five years.

Traditional gas or electric water heaters last an average of six to 11 years. However, with excellent maintenance, they can last up to 15 years. Heat pump water heaters, on the other hand, last an average of between 12 and 15 years and potentially longer with proper maintenance. In both cases, your home's water quality can be a determining factor regarding the lifespan of your water heater.

Unusual noises, lack of hot water supply, efficiency loss, and visible leaks are signs of necessary replacement beyond mere repair.

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