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Wanda's Water Heaters
4.9(
12
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceWater Heater - Repair or ServiceTankless Water Heater - Install+5 more

Serving Gorham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I purchased a heat pump electric water heater to take advantage of a generous rebate from Efficiency Maine. When looking for someone to install it I was referred to Jophil by a real estate company that I know. I called and was given a time that Kyle would arrive to give an estimate and perform the installation (if the estimate was accepted). I did accept the estimate and Kyle got right to work. He did a nice job and made sure that everything was in good working order before he left. I was very pleased with my first experience with this company and would not hesitate to call on them again in the future."
Installation of boiler
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by8%of homeowners
JT Heating Service
4.7(
21
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Tankless Water Heater - RepairWater Heater - Repair or Service

Serving Gorham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Justin was excellent from the first phone call to review my problem through to completion. He fixed my hot water heater same day and even diagnosed an issue with some previous work that was done. He is professional, dedicated and courteous. I already scheduled him to some additional plumbing work."
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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swb plumbing/hvac
5.0(
14
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceWater Heater - Install or Replace - For BusinessWater Heater - Repair or Service+1 more

Serving Gorham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was late at night when we realized our water heater blew and flooded our basement like a swimming pool. We had to find a plumber and fast. we came across SWB he was out here within 30 minutes from our call the job he did was impeccable. He went above and beyond he went and got us a new water heater, installed it, and then stuck around to help us clean up, Since then we’ve used him for several other projects. Every time the professionalism came with him I would highly recommend him 100%."
New condensate line property piped into existing house sewer to code
1 1/2” water mains
3 zone heat pump install
Install condensate pump and neutralizer to bring existing boiler upto code.
1 1/2” water mains insulated after we installed them.

+10

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BV Plumbing & Heating
4.6(
32
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Tankless Water Heater - RepairWater Heater - Install or ReplaceWater Heater - Install or Replace - For Business+2 more

Serving Gorham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Customers say: Quick response

"Peter arrived on time and gave a thorough site inspection . He didn't give me a solid quote. Instead, he explained his labor pricing, costs and approximately how long it would take. Peter removed and replaced the water heater. After clean up and disposal, the bill came to 20% under the amount I had budgeted. I highly recommend this 3rd generation plumber and would hire him again in a heartbeat!"
Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

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.

If your system is not vented properly, you could experience what’s called backdrafting. Backdrafting is when your ventilation system isn’t working as it should, and instead of releasing gases outside, they get trapped inside your home. 

Gas and propane water heaters create a few types of combustion gases, but the most dangerous is carbon monoxide. If there’s too much build-up of these gases inside your home, it can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

Any item that can hold on to moisture and encourage mold growth should be discarded and replaced following water damage. Upholstered items, such as armchairs and couches, and soft items, such as mattresses, usually must be thrown away once they've taken on a lot of water. Soft furniture is difficult to dry out, creating an inviting environment for mold.

You may also need to replace hardwood furniture following water damage if you're unable to fully dry it out. If you have appliances and electronics that have been fully submerged in water, particularly sewage, you'll need to replace those, too.

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.

The lifespan of a water heater depends on its type, usage, and maintenance schedule. Traditional tank-style water heaters typically last between 8 and 12 years, though the range can be as wide as 6 to 15 years. Within this category, gas models often last 8-12 years, while electric models may last 10-15 years. In contrast, tankless water heaters have a significantly longer lifespan, often lasting up to 20 years or more. Factors like heavy usage, hard water, and sediment buildup can shorten a unit's life. To extend its lifespan, it is crucial to perform regular maintenance, such as flushing the tank annually and scheduling professional inspections. If your unit is over a decade old and shows signs of rust, leaks, strange noises, or inconsistent heating, it is likely time for a replacement.

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