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Doty Mechanical Inc
4.5(
80
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Serving Maple Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can't recommend Doty enough.  I know it was hard to work with our extremely limited options for locating the ductwork, but our guy (Jason) was great.  He confirmed locations for everything and our building inspector said it was the best workmanship he'd ever seen.  Despite being very busy right now, Gary shuffled things around to get our finish done in time for our occupancy inspection. They showed up every time they were expected to, on time, and cleaned up when they were done.  When they had trouble getting our control board working with the furnace (manufacturer's issue), they got a replacement and installed it the same day, staying until 7pm to get it done for me.  

Because the system is geothermal, I qualify for a 30% rebate from the federal government on the entire price (via tax refund), which effectively makes the cost ~$23,000.  Oh, and my electric bill is $32/month to heat the entire house (4100 ft2 of conditioned space, including the basement) to 70 degrees; 80 during the two weeks our drywaller was mudding."
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Response time1 day
Response rate89%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Aire Serv of West Michigan
4.5(
53
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Serving Maple Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They've maintenanced my furnace before I required a new one and they've always maintenanced the new one since I got it replaced about 3 years ago. Very easy to work with. I think I've been using them since 2008."
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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M&S
3.6(
28
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Serving Maple Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Quick and professional removal and installation! Also replaced cold water galvanized pipe running from main to water heater with pex. Will consider using M&S in the future to replace remaining galvanized pipes in the future."
Same day service
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Recommended by69%of homeowners
Livingston Plumbing & Mechanical
5.0(
6
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Serving Maple Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

"We called Greg on a Friday morning and he was there that evening. He came back Monday to test the water and then installed a custom built water softener on Thursday.He evaluated what type of softener we needed by asking about our families particular needs. Greg was very knowledgeable of his product, explained exactly what work was going to be performed and the price. I was extremely pleased with his professionalism and punctuality. I would recommend Livingston Plumbing to anyone I know looking for plumbing work and look forward to working with Greg in the future."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dalton Plumbing Co.
5.0(
6
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Serving Maple Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Dalton Co can skillfully do a kitchen and bathroom remodel for owners with a diverse range of budgets. We are a professional and qualified sub contractor. We can beat any price by 10% in most cases.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Platinum Plumbing & Drain Cleaning
5.0(
6
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Serving Maple Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Credit card accepted

Platinum Plumbing provides full plumbing and drain cleaning services for residential and commercial customers. Everyone deserves to be provided professional and honest assessments of their plumbing issues when they arise. We promise to provide a Platinum service without the Platinum pricing.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Harlow Plumbing, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Maple Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Harlow Plumbing was great. Our water heater died and they came out within hours of our morning call for an evaluation and quote. Then came the next day and installed it! They were polite, knowledgeable and took the time to make sure everything was cleaned and working before they left. Highly recommend. Thanks Luke and Justin."
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

Venting a gas water heater out of the roof is preferable in most cases. Heated exhaust gases naturally rise, so a vertical vent pipe is efficient. If you’re trying to vent through a pipe exiting a wall, the angle of the pipe may be more horizontal than vertical, making the venting system less effective. If you go through a wall, you may need to add a fan to ensure a successful expulsion of the gases outdoors.

No, boilers and water heaters are not interchangeable because they serve different primary functions. Boilers are used for central heating systems, providing hot water or steam to heat your home. In contrast, a water heater's purpose is to supply hot water for daily household use, such as for faucets and showers. A water heater alone cannot supply the warm water or steam needed for a central heating system.

While they are not interchangeable, it is common to have both a boiler and a water heater. In fact, a conventional boiler often works best when a water heater system is already in place. The two systems can be combined to provide both heating and hot water, either by pairing a boiler with an indirect water heater or by installing a premade combination boiler-water heater unit. For home heating, some homeowners may also opt for a furnace instead of a boiler.

You should replace your gas water heater when it’s reached the end of its lifespan, which is a maximum of 12 years in most cases. If your unit is over a decade old and showing signs of inefficiency, leaks, or frequent malfunctions, it may be time to replace your water heater. Research how to best maintain your gas water heater to help extend its lifespan.

Every city and state will have its own set of installation codes and laws. Some won’t require you to obtain a permit before replacing your water heater, though we recommend you do, regardless of the local codes. On the other hand, some cities and states might require secondary permits for plumbing and electrical work related to the installation. Check with a local water heater installation company and local building codes to confirm which permits are required and what the specific laws are.

Tankless water heaters are more expensive than those with a storage tank, but they come with some impressive benefits that most homeowners find worth the higher investment. Most importantly, they provide unlimited hot water, so you’ll never run out like you would with a storage tank. Tankless heaters are also more efficient, so comparing gallon-for-gallon, you’ll spend less on hot water with a tankless heater. Tankless water heaters are also smaller, require less maintenance, and tend to last longer than storage tank water heaters.

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