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NuBlue Electric, Plumbing & Air
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Serving Bath, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Our team of expert technicians specialize in residential hvac repairs and installations such as ac units, furnaces, indoor air quality products, vent/duct cleaning, and much more. We are your HVAC technicians of choice. NuBlue Electric Plumbing & Air is Redefining Service Excellence in the Lake Norman region! \n \nHave an Electrical OR Plumbing OR Air issue? Our NuBlue team can help with those! A one-stop-shop, the NuBlue team is able to take care of all Electric, Plumbing, and Air needs. \n \nVisit our website for coupons and specials!

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Tim Campbell
4.9(
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Serving Bath, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tim did a great job with the replacement of our water heater. Even though it was the day after Thanksgiving he moved some of his other appointments around to come to our home that afternoon. Tim and his assistant were careful to put on shoe covers in the house and to observe COVID 19 precautions. The job required more complicated plumbing since we have a desuperheater loop from our geothermal heat pump that connects to the water heater; the additional charge for this work was minimal. Tim was here until after 5:00 that evening, with the result that we had hot water over the weekend."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Coastal Carolina Plumbing Of Washington
4.8(
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Serving Bath, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1964

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a plumbing company that takes great pride in the work we provide. We look for the best way to fix every customer's need with our full service plumbing company. We are licensed, bonded and fully insured.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Absolute HVAC & Plumbing Inc.
4.2(
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Serving Bath, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

With over ten years of experience, we focus on plumbing projects in the Chocowinity area. We will treat your property as if it were our own. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with each and every customer.

Response time3 days
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
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Serving Bath, NC 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."
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Emerald Energy LLC
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Serving Bath, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Emerald Energy specializes in saving our customers money in their homes or business by providing services that save energy. We also give our customers the ability to have more energy independence by installing solar panels for electricity and water heating in their homes and buildings. We provide free estimates and work with our customers to provide the best value for their specific situations. Licensed and Insured North Carolina General Contractors NABCEP certified BPI certified Financing available

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Water Heaters FAQs, answered by experts

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.

Every type of water heater has its advantages and disadvantages. Understanding those can help you decide the best type for your situation and budget. 

Pros

  • Safer than gas or propane

  • Doesn’t require extensive venting systems

  • Lower upfront costs

  • Simpler to operate

  • No pilot light

  • Easier installation

  • More efficient heating than gas models

  • Available as point-of-use (POU) and whole-house units

Cons

  • Slower to heat water

  • Longer recovery time

  • Possibly higher operating costs

  • Doesn’t work during a power outage

  • Costs can increase without a 240-volt connection

The average cost to replace a water heater is around $1,325, with a typical range of $900 to $1,800 for a standard replacement. The final price depends on the type of heater (tank vs. tankless), its size, fuel source (gas or electric), and the complexity of the installation. A simple one-to-one replacement will be on the lower end of the cost spectrum. However, if you are switching from one type of heater or energy source to another, you can expect labor costs to be significantly higher due to the extra work involved. It's also worth considering that while gas and electric heaters may have similar upfront costs, their long-term operating costs can differ based on local utility prices.

The standard copper wire gauge to use with any 30-amp circuit is a 10-gauge wire. The National Electric Code specifies a 10-gauge wire with appliances like water heaters running on 30 amps. If you try to use a smaller gauge wire, such as a 12 gauge, with a 30-amp breaker, you run the risk of the wire overheating and melting or causing a fire. Because of the safety hazards, the gauge of the wire is not an area to try to cut costs when connecting a 30-amp breaker to a water heater.

If you want instant hot water and to reduce water waste while improving convenience, a hot water recirculating system is worth it, especially if you find your hot water heater is not hot enough. These systems can save thousands of gallons of water each year so you don't have to wait for hot water at faucets and showers. The upfront investment can be high, especially for systems requiring additional plumbing, but the long-term savings on water bills and added comfort make them a worthwhile upgrade.

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