Affordable Water Heaters is a full-service water heater repair, replacement and installation company offering residential water heaters. We are a licensed and insured plumbing company that specializes in Water Heaters! Local offices in the Detroit, Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids areas.
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\nAffordable Water Heaters has been specializing in all aspects of water heater replacement and repair service since 1996 and is considered an expert in the industry. Absolutely the highest quality work for the lowest price is our guarantee. Our years of experience, along with the use of quality products and pride in our workmanship has kept our valued customers returning for all their hot water needs.
"Great service on installing our new water heater. On time, professional job, very nice to work with! We'll call them for any other plumbing issue that comes up."
"Excellent!! Plumber arrived within the time period indicated. He was efficient and very knowledgeable He took care of the situation. He explained the problem and provided a solution. We are to call when a new water heater is delivered. What a relief!!!"
"Mr. Charlie was very professional and knowledgeable. I needed a repair ASAP and the owner was the first to respond literally within minutes of me requesting service on Angie's list. Their prices are very reasonable. Mr. Charlie got the job done in a timely manner. I appreciate them getting my service done the same day. I would most definitely work with them again. Thank you again so much."
"Here doing the work less than 24 hours after I accepted their bid. National brand name water heater with company max warranty. Everything the installer needed was on his van. They accomplished all work they had described beyond my satisfaction, including shutoff valves that did not previously exist."
"I hired Matt to do the plumbing on my bathroom remodel. I was very pleased with the quality of work. The job was done on schedule and for a very good price. Matt was accessible and easy to work with. I will be using White-Lavender for my future projects."
"Matthew installed an RO water system in our house for us. He also installed a rain shower in our master bathroom. He has been the only person I've trusted with all of my plumbing needs. He's incredibly professional, and efficient. It is clear he is the best in his field, and I would highly recommend him for all of your future plumbing needs! Thank you for everything Matthew!"
"Had a tech named Tyler come out to inspect our furnace. Tyler was very polite and had thoroughly checked the furnace (pressure test, etc.) to see if the furnace could be repaired. Tyler's recommendation was to replace the furnace. Had us phone Brighton Appliance for a price. The only negative I could think of was that Tyler did not know how to provide us with a "temporary" solution for getting heat in the house as we had our furnace go down on the coldest day(s) thus far this year. In that Brighton Appliance could not come out in a timely fashion, we phone another HVAC company in the area that did come out, priced us on a new furnace but, provided a solution to gain heat to satisfy us, our dogs and the piping within by just keeping the "FAN" going and not use the automatic. We were comforted throughout the night with heat and the furnace went in the next morning with great satisfaction. "
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.
A thermocouple is a pretty simple device. It simply tells the control valve if heat is present. Most water heaters can use a universal thermocouple, provided it's the correct length. Getting one that's long enough for your appliance is crucial for success. However, some water heater models require model-specific thermocouples, which is why it's essential to take your existing one to the store to find the right match.
While not all homes require a hot water heater expansion tank, they are necessary in most newer homes and are often mandated by local building codes. Codes typically require an expansion tank if your plumbing system is a 'closed-loop' system, which often includes a backflow preventer or pressure regulator on the main water line. Some municipalities have specific requirements. Installing an expansion tank on a closed system is crucial, as it prevents excess pressure that can damage your water heater and other appliances, potentially shortening their lifespan. However, tankless water heaters do not require an expansion tank.
When replacing an old unit, you might want to switch from a gas water heater to an electric water heater or vice versa. To do this, you will likely need to add infrastructure to the area. For example, you likely don’t have a gas line that served your old electric water heater. You’d have to call a plumber to put in a new gas line. If you’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.
Unless they are connected to the same system, boilers and water heaters will both need their own expansion tanks. The only case they wouldn’t have separate expansion tanks is if the boiler is pulling double duty and managing a heating system while also supplying hot water for a home. In which case, you may not need a hot water heater.
The Canton, MI homeowners’ guide to water heater services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Tankless water heater costs in Detroit, MI, depend on the size of your water heater, location, fuel type, and more. Keep reading to calculate your expenses.
Who can install a water heater for you? Look to hire a water heater installation pro or a licensed plumber for this job because of the challenges involved.
The average lifespan of water heaters is 6 to 15 years for conventional models and up to 20 for tankless ones, but it can be less if they are not properly maintained.
